Remembering Eva
On March 27th, 2010, Eva’s breath ran out. She was only 25, but in her short life she accomplished incredible things. Her story, shared with the world through the film 65_RedRoses, inspired thousands of people to register as organ donors and gave hope to people around the world awaiting life-saving transplants.
Although Eva’s transplant only gave her two more years of life, she filled them with love, adventure and hope. Her new lungs were the beginning of a new life, and while it wasn’t as long everyone who loved Eva had hoped for, it was a miraculous life all the same. And even though Eva is no longer with us, her beautiful spirit and determination are still present in every action of this campaign to promote organ donation and awareness of cystic fibrosis, and in the messages of love and gratitude that pour in each day from people all around the world.
In tribute to her life and legacy, we are working to bring the new cut of 65_RedRoses to theatres around Canada. The new version of the film follows Eva to the end of her journey, showing how even in tragedy there is love and hope. Our mission is to share this film with as many audiences as possible and hope that each person who sees it is motivated to take action and pass on Eva’s message to others.
We have two BC screenings coming up in the new few weeks – in Vancouver & Victoria:
Vancouver, BC
Saturday, March 31st (Eva’s 28th birthday)
7:00pm – Norm Theatre, UBC
Tickets $5 at the door
Q&A with co-director Nimisha to follow
Please RSVP on Facebook and share the link with your networks!
Victoria, BC
Tuesday, April 17th
7:20pm & 9:00pm
Cinecenta Theatre, University of Victoria
Post-film discussion with Eva’s younger brother Hunter Markvoort
For details on these and all screenings, be sure to check our Find a Screening Page frequently. We’re hoping to announce several more screenings in other cities in the next few weeks, and if you’d like to talk with us about bringing the film to your community, fill out our Screening Request form.
To celebrate Eva’s life, please take a minute and register as an organ donor. Or if you’re already registered, encourage someone in your life to sign up. It only takes moments, but can profoundly change lives. Eva’s life is proof of that.
