A CELEBRATION OF ACHIEVEMENT IN BLACK CINEMA!
Stories that highlight what it means to come-of-age, to fight for liberation, to grapple with the complexities of love, and what it means to imagine an alternative future. Whether you enjoy documentaries, dramas, comedies, or simply family fun, these films will inspire, incite, and celebrate the beauty and complexity of the Black experience.
Schedule below:
Thursday, February 1
A POWERFUL THANG | 7:30 PM (G)
Zeinabu irene Davis’s refreshing romantic drama spotlights the divinity of Black love through an African American couple grappling with the intense nature of desire and intimacy as their relationship evolves. Presented with Be Reel Black Cinema Club.
Friday, February 2
CREATIVES OF COLOR MIXER | 5:30 PM (L)
Join us for a 90-minute networking happy hour & mixer preceding a special screening of BOYZ N THE HOOD celebrating John Singleton’s cinematic legacy and achievements. Enjoy specialty drinks curated by Greedy in the City all weekend long.
BOYZ N THE HOOD | 7:00 PM (M)
PHILLY FILM SHOWCASE | 7:30 PM (G)
A monthly exhibition supporting new work by talented up-and-coming local filmmakers of all ages, levels, and backgrounds complete with post-screening Q&As with the filmmakers and talent. This month features three extraordinary Black filmmakers from the Philadelphia area!
SWEET SWEETBACK’S BAADASSSSS SONG | 10:00 PM (M)
Saturday, February 3
BLACK WOMEN IN FILM AND MEDIA MEET-UP | 12:15 PM (G)
Join us for a gathering of fellow Black women filmmakers and media professionals preceding two screenings that celebrate the cinematic achievements of Black women filmmakers and the complexity of Black womanhood on the big screen.
LOSING GROUND | 1:30 PM (G)
EVE’S BAYOU IN 4K | 3:30 PM (G)
FAMILY FRIENDLY ACTIVITIES | 5:00 PM (L)
Partake in trivia and family friendly activities before the FREE community screening below. Fun for people of all ages.
BIG GEORGE FOREMAN | 6:00 PM (G)
Sunday, February 4
CANE RIVER IN 4K | 3:30 PM (G)
CHAMELEON STREET IN 4K | 6:30 PM (G)
