From a talent show to political documentary to footage of protest rallies, these films exemplify the “boom” of independent Black filmmakers in Brooklyn in the 60s and 70s, echoing earlier work by Oscar Michaux and Paul Robeson.
Bowser’s collection includes important works by Black women filmmakers of the 60s, 70s and 80s. This program spotlights films from Hortense "Tee" Beveridge, a politically progressive filmmaker and the first Black woman to be admitted to the film editor’s union; Madeleine Anderson, the first Black woman to direct a televised documentary film; and more.
Featuring screenings of The Guest (Pearl Bowser), Unspoken Conversation (Iman Hameen), I Am Somebody (Madeline Anderson), and more.
Join us after the program for a panel discussion with Melissa Lyde, Ina Archer, and others, moderated by Gillian Bowser.
UPCOMING Screenings
RUNNING TIME
95min
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