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Get a taste of Hollywood glamour when you walk the red carpet at the Canisius College premiere of the acclaimed documentary “Dream, Girl” on Friday, September 30 at 7:00 p.m. in the Montante Cultural Center.  Follow the search lights!

The film’s director and producer, Erin Bagwell, will be on hand for the screening, along with her co-producer Komal Minhas.  Bagwell is a 2009 graduate of the college’s Digital Media Arts Program and an alumna of the Video Institute.   After the screening, Bagwell and Minhas will host a question and answer session.

“Dream, Girl” showcases the empowering stories of women-run companies and the founders whose ambition and dedication drive them. The film features several female founders from a variety of diverse companies in tech, fashion, non-profit organizations and advertising.

“Dream, Girl” premiered in New York City on June 9 to rave reviews. The film has received more than 200 requests for screenings in 27 different countries, including a May showing at the White House hosted by the National Women’s Business Council.

As a result of the groundbreaking film, Oprah Winfrey named Bagwell and Minhas to her “Super Soul 100,” which honors 100 extraordinary individuals who live life intentionally, create great social impact and bring inspiration to others.

Click here for more information about “Dream, Girl.”

Click here to see the complete “Super Soul 100” list.

Submitted by: College Communications