I love stories…
For me, the best stories are the ones that are recounted with vivid detail, with interesting characters and colourful commentary. If it’s non-fiction, I like a strict adherence to realism; if it’s fiction I enjoy the total break of realism into creative fantasy or surrealism. I’m a very fickle person. However, stories revolving around a person’s trip or general travels, I have always found interesting. That is exactly what I encountered when I read Letter from Eritrea.
So, back to this journey to Eritrea to begin this documentary. It’s funny to me the connection between African peoples and their way of interacting with one another and other non-African folks. It is frustrating sometimes, but I love it.
Initially there was trouble getting the visa to Eritrea because of the fear that an arrangement had been made for Marriage in exchange for money and U.S. citizenship. My response was that if I were interested in this type of activity I would just find a prospect who was already in the United States. I think I would be a lot more convenient for all parties involved. Anyway, I had a very good friend make a phone call and vouch that I good intentions and a character. I realized I had to go there in person and speak to them as well.
It’s very interesting I suggest everyone to check it out.
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January 20, 2009
Tags: story, travel Posted in: Eritrea
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