[Entertainment News\Harlem Stage]
Harlem Stage is proud to host the opening night of the Harlem Doc Fest, a documentary film festival that explores the cultural richness and history of Harlem along with critical issues impacting the community. This weekend-long curated festival of feature and short documentary films will present screenings throughout Harlem and include conversations with filmmakers, actors and scholars.
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Movies
HARLEM STAGE PRESENTS 2019 FALL SEASON OF FILMS AND SHOWS BY VISIONARY BLACK ARTISTS
GEORGIA CONGRESSMAN JOHN LEWIS ON DIAHANN CARROLL’S PASSING: SHE “WAS EPITOME OF ELEGANCE, POISE AND GRACE”
[Entertainment\Diahann Carroll]
Rep. John Lewis: “Throughout her entire life, both on-screen and off, she displayed a queenly bearing and was looked to as the standard-bearer of class and sophistication. The world will miss the dignity, talent, and beauty of Diahann Carroll.”
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REEL SISTERS DIASPORA FILM FESTIVAL WILL FEATURE FILMS ON “SELFCARE, WELLNESS AND HEALING” IN OCTOBER
[Entertainment\Films]
Carolyn Butts Founder Reel Sisters: “We’re proud to present a fine selection of life-affirming films that capture the beauty of our everyday lives and the art of practicing self-care. Sharing our stories with the world is an act of self-love and healing.”
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WORKING FILMS ORGANIZATION LAUNCHES NATIONWIDE FILM SERIES “STORIES BEYOND BORDERS” ABOUT IMMIGRATION ISSUES
[Documentary\Immigration News]
Andy Myers, Senior Campaign Coordinator at Working Films: “People are standing up to the heartless attacks being perpetrated against immigrants, and Stories Beyond Borders is a resource in these efforts. We’re grateful for our local partners who are fearlessly telling their stories and connecting audiences to the timeliest actions.”
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TELEMUNDO DOCUMENTARY “MR. TRUMP, PARDON THE INTERRUPTION” AIRS SEP. 29
[Telemundo Trump Documentary]
Luis Fernández, Executive Vice President of Noticias Telemundo: “With this special, Telemundo develops a new standard in Spanish-language journalism. The documentary analyzes the impact the Trump presidency has had on the Latino community, led by Jordi Évole, one of the most relevant and influential Spanish-speaking journalists.”
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THE AMERICAN BLACK FILM FESTIVAL LAUNCHES GLOBAL FILM SERIES THIS SEPTEMBER IN LONDON
[Entertainment News]
ABFF Ventures CEO, Jeff Friday: “ABFF’s Global Film Series provides a unique platform for Black actors and filmmakers, internationally, to forge new alliances and share their work.”
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LATINO CONGRESSMEMBERS RESPOND TO USC STUDY SHOWING “LATINOS LARGELY MISSING” IN HOLLYWOOD REPRESENTATION
[Latinos in Hollywood]
New Jersey Senator Bob Menendez: “This study, unfortunately, confirms that to this day, Latinos remain disproportionately underrepresented in Hollywood both behind and in front of the camera.”
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