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SUMMARY:Black Bottom Film Festival
DESCRIPTION:The Black Bottom Film Festival (BBFF) presented by Citizens stands as a radiant beacon with the 6th annual festival week. It serves as a vibrant experience that illuminates and celebrates the rich tapestry of African American cinema. From timeless classics that have stood the test of time to championing independent works\, BBFF showcases a diverse array of films that encapsulate the essence of Black life. These films delve into profound themes such as spirituality\, race\, familial strife\, honor\, duty\, and the relentless struggles of the working-class – themes that resonate deeply with the narratives found in August Wilson’s American Century Cycle plays. Furthermore\, BBFF pays homage to the trailblazers of African American cinema\, those who pioneered the way and carved out space for future generations. It serves as a testament to the enduring legacy of those who dared to dream and create in an industry that often sought to suppress their voices. This festival is not just a celebration of cinema; it is a vital platform for dialogue\, reflection\, and a deeper understanding of how Black filmmakers wield the power of art to inspire\, challenge\, confront\, and reshape American culture itself. BBFF is a dynamic celebration of reclamation\, a testament to the indomitable spirit of Black artists who represent a vibrant expression of the ongoing Black Renaissance\, where every film screened is a reaffirmation of our right to tell our own stories\, and a testament to the unyielding resilience of Black creativity. \nWe encourage purchasing a full weekend pass here\, however\, single day passes are available: \n3-Day VIP Pass | $85 | Access to all films\, workshops\, panels\, and receptions each day with VIP tote bage and two (2) drink vouchers \n3-Day Regular Pass | $60 | Access to all films\, workshops\, panels\, and receptions each day \nSingle passes grant access to any films\, workshop(s)\, panel(s)\, and reception(s) scheduled that date.\nFriday Reception $20 | Saturday Pass $30 | Sunday Pass $30 | \nAWAACC is providing 100 free tickets to students each day! Contact our Sr. Ticketing Manager Abigail Sarnacki (asarnacki@awaacc.org) for more information. \n*Submitted films are still being judged. Schedule updates to come as films are finalized. \n\nSchedule\nFriday\, October 27th\n4:00 PM – 5:00 PM – FREE Panel Discussion Spotlighting the Pittsburgh Film Industry: ‘Reel Money: Building Pittsburgh’s Film Economy’ presented by Citizens\n5:00 PM – 6:00 PM – Opening Reception\n6:15 PM – 8:05 PM – Film Screenings\, including a preview of The Ebony Canal: Discussing the Disparities Plaguing Black Births. Screening followed by a talkback\, moderated by Emmai Alaquiva\n8:30 PM – 10:00 PM – Film Screening of Warm December (starring Sidney Poiter)\, curated by Maya Cade\, Creator of the Black Film Archive \nSaturday\, October 28th\n11:00 AM – 1:00 PM – MFF Curated Submitted Screenings\n1:00 PM – 3:00 PM – Howard University Screenings & Panel\n3:00 PM – 7:30 PM – MFF Curated Submitted Screenings and Talkbacks\n8:00 PM – 9:00 PM – Special Presentation Feature of Oscar Micheaux’ silent film\, Within Our Gates. This feature is followed by a talkback/panel discussion with Jacqueline Stewart\, President & Director of the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures\n9:05 PM – Presentation of BBFF Luminary Award to Jacqueline Stewart \nSunday\, October 29th\n11:00 AM – 12:30 PM – MFF Curated Submitted Screenings\n12:30 PM – 1:15 PM – Special Talkback\n1:30 PM – 4:15 PM – MFF Curated Screenings\n4:30 PM – 8:00 PM – Closing Feature of The Wiz\, with a keynote by Maya Cade\, Creator of the Black Film Archive\n8:00 PM – 9:00 PM – Closing Reception \n*Programming information is subject to change. Please check back regularly for updates!
URL:https://awaacc.org/event/black-bottom-film-festival/
LOCATION:980 Liberty Ave.\, 980 Liberty Ave.\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15222\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festival
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SUMMARY:Reel Money: Building Pittsburgh’s Film Economy
DESCRIPTION:Los Angeles\, New York City and Atlanta are cities with thriving film and television economies. What will it take to add Pittsburgh to the list of production capitals of the US? Join us for an insightful panel discussion around the challenges—and opportunities—for creating a world-class\, diverse entertainment workforce. As we gather to exchange perspectives\, we’ll also focus on identifying opportunities to attract more film projects to Pittsburgh\, fostering a thriving creative economy\, and igniting workforce development through impactful production initiatives. Don’t miss this thought-provoking event that aims to amplify Black voices\, inspire change and build bridges within Pittsburgh’s burgeoning film community. \nPanelists:\nRoger Guenveur Smith\nGreg Edwards\nKevin Michael Smith \nModerator:\nDawn Keezer
URL:https://awaacc.org/event/reel-money-building-pittsburghs-film-economy/
CATEGORIES:Festival,Film
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231027T180000
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SUMMARY:Lit Fridays
DESCRIPTION:Lit Fridays is a literary-focused\, virtual salon presented by the August Wilson African American Cultural Center\, featuring conversations and guest performances on the last Friday* of each month at 6:00p EST via Facebook Live and Zoom Webinar. All conversations are moderated by AWAACC Literary Curator\, Jessica Lanay. \n\nNana Kwame Adjei-Brenyah is the New York Times-bestselling author of Friday Black (Mariner Books\, 2018). Of the collection\, George Saunders notes\, “These stories are an excitement and a wonder: strange\, crazed\, urgent and funny\, yet classical in the way they take on stubborn human problems: the depravities of capitalism\, love struggling to assert itself within heartless systems. The wildly talented Adjei-Brenyah has made these edgy tales immensely charming\, via his resolute\, heartful\, immensely likeable narrators\, capable of seeing the world as blessed and cursed at once.” \nAdjei-Brenyah’s debut novel\, Chain-Gang All-Stars\, is forthcoming in 2023 with Penguin Random House. About the book\, Kiese Laymon says\, “In a narrative world where the real is growingly more unbelievable than the make believe\, Nana Kwame Adjei-Brenyah’s Chain-Gang All-Stars is an uncanny\, singular feat of literature. I’ve never read satire so bruising\, so brolic\, so tender and really\, so pitch-perfect. It’s nuts brilliant. Just read it!” \nAdjei-Brenyah was selected by Colson Whitehead as one of the National Book Foundation’s “5 Under 35” honorees\, the winner of the PEN/Jean Stein Book Award\, and a finalist for the National Book Critics Circle’s John Leonard Award for Best First Book and the Aspen Words Literary Prize. His work has appeared or is forthcoming from numerous publications\, including the New York Times Book Review\, Esquire\, Literary Hub\, the Paris Review\, Guernica\, and Longreads. \nOriginally from Spring Valley\, New York\, he graduated from SUNY Albany and went on to receive his MFA from Syracuse University.
URL:https://awaacc.org/event/lit-fridays-2023-10-27/
CATEGORIES:Free,Lit Friday,Literary
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