Celebrating Black Stories (2023)
Celebrating Black Stories spotlights Black narratives that transcend national boundaries, culture, and language with films in English, French, Shona, and even ASL! Join a young astronomer during a lunar eclipse, a meaningful first visit to a barbershop, and witness the magic of a neighborhood castle all in one sitting with this immersive collection of films highlighting Black storytelling.
shorts in this program:
Charlie and the Hunt
United States | East Coast Premiere
Live Action, Jenn Shaw, 2021, 15 min
In American Sign Language; In English; with English subtitles
More than Hair
Plus que des Cheveux
Canada | East Coast Premiere
Live Action, Fitch Jean, 2022, 12 min
In French; with English subtitles
Gugu naGogo
Australia | International Premiere
Live Action, Taku Mbudzi, 2022, 20 min
In English; in Shona; with English subtitles