When Pol’e Pol’e debuted in 2002, it received wide critical acclaim within the International Film Festival circuit. The documentary about climbing to the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro had universal appeal, and was a symbol of unity and compassion at a time when the world was still reeling from the terrorist bombings of September 11th.

Awards and Festivals for Documentary by Mark Jaffee:
Pole Pole: Days of Heaven, Days of Hell

New York Film Festival:
   Debut Director Award
   Documentary Feature: Audience Choice Award

US International Film Festival:
   Gold Award

Telly Awards:
   Gold Award

Alabama Film Festival:
   Professional Short Documentary: Gold Lion

Greenwich Film Festival:
   Best Feature Length Documentary

Florida TamBay Film Festival:
   Best Feature Length Documentary

Houston WorldFest International Film Festival:
   Best Independent Film & Video: Gold Remi

Pan African Film Festival:
   Official Entry

Palm Beach Film Festival:
   Official Entry

Las Vegas Film Festival:
   Official Festival Program

Long Beach (CA) Film Festival:
   Official Festival Program

IFP Market: 2003

Please contact the producers directly should you have any questions: markjaffee@mac.com

New York Film Festival	Greenwich Film Festival	Alabama Film Festival	WorldFest International Film Festival