A Thousand Sunrises

Film Synopsis

Bugsy Sailor has watched every consecutive sunrise for nearly five years. What started as a project to find purpose and presence in life has now evolved into something with a whole new meaning. In “A Thousand Sunrises”, Bugsy shares the joys, challenges and the lessons he’s learned from watching sunrise every single day.

Showings

  • Filmmakers in attendance
  • Subjects in attendance
  • Contains adult language

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