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SUMMARY:cinéSPEAK x Two Locals Brewing Company present Crooklyn
DESCRIPTION:Join us for cinéSPEAK x Two Locals Brewing Company present Movie Mondays—a monthly gathering every 2nd Monday celebrating innovative Black filmmakers! \nIn July\, we’re delighted to present Spike Lee’s semi-autobiographical Black girl coming-of-age classic—Crooklyn (1994)—featuring legendary performances by Delroy Lindo\, Alfre Woodard\, Isaiah Washington and Zelda Harris in her debut role! \nEvent Flow: \n—Enjoy happy hour at 5-7 PM ($9 sangria\, $1 off beer & wine\, $10 bartender’s special cocktail!) \n—Pre-Screening Discussion at 6PM \n—Film at 6:30-8:50PM (you’ll have fun AND be home and in bed before 10!) \nFood: \nBYO-Dinner (bring your dinner or have it delivered)\nFree movie theater style popcorn by cinéSPEAK \nTickets: \nThis event is free to attend\, however\, if you like what cinéSPEAK does\, please consider donating $5 (or more) to help us cover the costs of film licensing fees and local artist talent. Thank you in advance!
URL:https://film.org/event/cinespeak-x-two-locals-brewing-company-present-crooklyn/
LOCATION:Two Locals Brewing Company\, 3675 Market St Suite 100\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19104\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="cin%C3%A9SPEAK":MAILTO:info@cinespeak.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260716T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260716T233000
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SUMMARY:cinéSPEAK x The Popcorn List present Fucktoys
DESCRIPTION:cinéSPEAK is proud to be a partner of the 2nd annual national tour of The Popcorn List! \nJoin us on Thursday\, July 16 at North Chinatown’s beloved artist collective run gallery\, Vox Populi\, for Annapurna Sriram’s Fucktoys. \nEvent Flow: \nDoors at 6:30 PM \nFilm at 7:00 PM \nStay after the film for talk back with special guests! \nAbout The Popcorn List: \nThe Popcorn List\, an annual survey completed by festival programmers identifying “fresh\, hot” films without wide distribution\, presents the second edition of The Popcorn List: Pop Up Series. This sneak-preview screening event will be held at a dozen theaters across the country in July before arriving for an encore presentation during Gotham Week in October. \nThis is the second annual iteration of the Pop Up Series\, which was created in 2025 to “deliver an additional window of visibility and audience-building for a number of films on the List” amid an uncertain distribution landscape\, per a press release. This year\, seven feature films from the 2026 edition of The Popcorn List have been selected by three curators: Ragtag Cinema programmer Ouma Amadou\, Indiana University Cinema director Dr. Alicia Kozma\, and freelance programmer Monica Castillo. \nThe films—all by first-time feature filmmakers\, several of whom are women and people of color—have previously premiered at SXSW\, Sundance\, Venice\, BFI Flare and True/False. \nFucktoys\nA cursed young woman sets out on a wild fundraising adventure through Trashtown\, USA\, after she’s told by multiple psychics that she can break the curse by paying them $1000.
URL:https://film.org/event/cinespeak-x-the-popcorn-list-present-fucktoys/
LOCATION:Vox Populi\, 319 NORTH 11TH STREET 3RD FLOOR\, PHILADELPHIA\, PA\, 19107\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="cin%C3%A9SPEAK":MAILTO:info@cinespeak.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260722T200000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260722T210000
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SUMMARY:Poetry for the Camera
DESCRIPTION:Join Philly born-n-bred\, world-renowned poet and recording artist Ursula Rucker for Poetry for the Camera\, a workshop on writing and performing poetry for the camera. Through guided exercises\, participants will explore storytelling\, rhythm\, and emotional expression while merging words with sound. The session fosters a culture of care\, encouraging open and candid sharing. Participants will leave with a recorded\, edited piece. All experience levels are welcome!
URL:https://film.org/event/poetry-for-the-camera/
LOCATION:Scribe Video Center\, 3908 Lancaster Avenue\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19104\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Scribe Video Center":MAILTO:carolin@scribe.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260806
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260810
DTSTAMP:20260611T142050Z
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SUMMARY:BlackStar Film Festival
DESCRIPTION:BlackStar Film Festival is an annual celebration of the visual and storytelling traditions of the global majority\, showcasing films by Black\, Brown\, and Indigenous people from around the world. The 15th BlackStar Film Festival will take place from August 6-9 on Broad Street in Philadelphia as well as online around the world. There will be screenings\, panels\, parties\, and other events. \nPasses are now on sale for the 15th annual @blackstarfest! Explore the packed film list\, grab your passes\, and join them this summer for four days of powerful films\, panels\, parties\, good energy\, and community. \nMore info at: blackstarprojects.org/festival
URL:https://film.org/event/blackstar-film-festival/
LOCATION:PA
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ORGANIZER;CN="BlackStar Projects":MAILTO:star@blackstarprojects.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260806T200000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260806T220000
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SUMMARY:West Side Familia
DESCRIPTION:BlackStar Film Festival’s opening night film. West Side Familia is a feature documentary about an overlooked Puerto Rican community on Manhattan’s Upper West Side whose cultural and political influence helped shape New York City while remaining largely erased from its official history.
URL:https://film.org/event/west-side-familia/
LOCATION:Kimmel Center\, 300 S Broad Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19102\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="BlackStar Projects":MAILTO:star@blackstarprojects.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260812T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260812T200000
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SUMMARY:Tips for SIP Workshop on Wednesday\, August 12 from 6:00-8:00PM
DESCRIPTION:Give your screenplay its best chance to succeed at Tips for SIP\, GPFO’s screenwriting workshop presented in partnership with Maestro Filmworks. \nLed by screenwriter and SIP Coordinator Brian Wade\, this interactive session breaks down the “craft of screenwriting” and how to put your best foot forward with your screenplay. \nYou’ll gain practical insights by learning how to strengthen your premise\, elevate your storytelling\, formatting for production\, and deliver an unforgettable ending. \n\nDate & Time: Wednesday\, August 12 from 6:00 – 8:00PM\nLocation: Studio Symphony\, Philadelphia\, PA\nCapacity: Space is limited; reserve your spot ASAP!\n\nBring your questions\, your ideas\, and your next great screenplay – we’ll help you take it to the next level! \nSign up today!
URL:https://film.org/event/tips-for-sip-workshop-on-wednesday-august-12-from-600-800pm/
LOCATION:Studio Symphony\, 1516 N. 5th Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19122\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Maestro Filmworks & GPFO":MAILTO:SIPCoordinatorGPFO@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260901T000000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260930T230000
DTSTAMP:20260831T153219Z
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SUMMARY:Entries are $30 for First 30 Days for 30th Annual FirstGlance Film Festival - Submissions Open September 1st
DESCRIPTION:FirstGlance Film Festival will begin accepting submissions on September 1st for its 30th annual Philadelphia festival. The event will take place in May 2027 at the Film Society Bourse\, located at 400 Ranstead Street\, Philadelphia\, PA. In celebration of the 30th anniversary\, the entry fee is $30 for the first 30 days\, a 50% discount in certain categories for early submitters. Subsequent entry fees vary by time of submission.
URL:https://film.org/event/entries-are-30-for-first-30-days-for-30th-annual-firstglance-film-festival-submissions-open-september-1st/
LOCATION:Film Society Bourse\, 400 Ranstead Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19106\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="FirstGlance Film Festival":MAILTO:director@firstglancefilms.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260912T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260912T140000
DTSTAMP:20260827T175849Z
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SUMMARY:SOUND PRODUCTION WORKSHOP
DESCRIPTION:Led by Professor of Film Studies M. Asli Dukan – instructing filmmakers and media makers on the basics of learning professional techniques for recording sound for documentary and fiction productions. \nThis workshop will focus on operating digital audio recorders\, setting up shot gun and lavalier microphones\, and using standard recording techniques to get the best sound quality for your projects! \nAll equipment will be provided.
URL:https://film.org/event/sound-production-workshop/
LOCATION:Mount Airy Art Garage\, 7054 Germantown Ave\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19119\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="SIFTMedia":MAILTO:siftmedia215@gmail.com
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