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📚 cinéSPEAK is proud to partner with the Lucien E. Blackwell Library Branch to present the *Black August Film Series*!

🪧 Black August commemorates the life of imprisoned Black Panther George Jackson and the entire history of Black political prisoners and revolutionaries.

🎥 Join us every Tuesday evening in August at 5:30 PM for FREE screenings of films curated by select West Philly-based moving image artists that celebrate movement builders and freedom fighters. Make sure to stay for the post-screening discussions!

⏰ Lineup:

🍿 Tuesday, August 6: I Am Somebody directed by Madeline Anderson and Fannie's Film directed by Fronza Woods
Curated by Ingrid Raphaël

🍿 Tuesday, August 13: Mangrove directed by Steve McQueen
Curated by Tshay

🍿 Tuesday, August 20: Going to Mars: The Nikki Giovanni Project directed by Joe Brewster and Michèle Stephenson
Curated by angel edwards

🍿 Tuesday, August 27: Black Power Mixtape directed by Göran Hugo Olsson
Curated by the Lucien E. Blackwell Free Library Team

🎟 This screening series is FREE and open to the public.

Check out full event details here: https://libwww.freelibrary.org/calendar/?location_code=WPR

✏️ NEW ARTICLE! August 2024 Monthly Cinema Arts Round-Up just dropped!

🎥 ⚾️ August is about to be a busy month for Philadelphia philm phanatics!
Several major local festivals are happening this month, including BlackStar, which kicks us off with a long weekend full of feature film premieres, curated themed short film programs, panels and parties, and Scribe Video Center’s Street Movies! which continues through the month with outdoor screenings in different Philly neighborhoods.

🌳 There are also many opportunities to enjoy the last full month of summer with free outdoor film screenings, such as University City District Presents: Movies in Clark Park and Movie Night at Bartram’s Garden.

🗓 Check out the full article and plan your August by reading the Monthly Cinema Arts Round-Up here: https://www.cinespeak.org/2024/07/25/philadelphia-monthly-cinema-arts-round-up-august-2024/

✏️ NEW ARTICLE! Learn about BlackStar, a local film organization and festival featured in the new Philadelphia Organization spotlight written by cinéSPEAK Philly Beat Fellow Erick Barragán Ramírez.

🎥 This month, cinéSPEAK talked with BlackStar’s Chief Communications Officer, Imran Siddiquee, about their 13th festival season (August 1-4!) and how they represent different voices that don’t get enough exposure in other festivals.

📚 Learn more about the vital work of our fam and how to attend the upcoming festival by reading the full article here: https://www.cinespeak.org/2024/07/23/philadelphia-organization-spotlight-blackstar-film-festival/

Next Week! FRI 7/19: Don’t miss our special collab with Collaborative Cataloging Japan and Japan America Society of Greater Philadelphia!

Join us and cinéSPEAK next Friday, July 19 on the Ginkgo Lawn for a special presentation of a performance and screening celebrating contemporary Japanese video artists.

We will be watching the 1983 Video Letter, a remarkable 64-minute compilation exchange of video letters that took place between video artists Shuji Terayama and Shuntaro Tanikawa. This screening is part of 'Community of Images: Japanese Moving Image Artists in the US, 1960s-1970s', an exhibition that explores experimental moving images created by Japanese artists and their connections to North America.

To learn more about the film and purchase sliding-scale tickets, click here https://www.bartramsgarden.org/event/cinespeakvde/

🌊 In the first full month of summer, there’s no need to choose between watching a movie and enjoying the warm weather. This July, Philadelphia is full of opportunities to watch films in a variety of beautiful outdoor locations. Let these events take you around the city to appreciate our special rivers and green spaces while you watch unique films with your community.

👀 Some highlights—Closing weekend of and Life in Shorts Indie Film Festival both offer screenings , 's Street Movies! begins with a screening event outside in Chinatown, and we're co-presenting a Japanese video art exchange as part of a collaborative exhibit by and !

🗓 Check out the link to the full July Monthly Cinema Arts Round-Up here: https://www.cinespeak.org/2024/06/27/philadelphia-monthly-cinema-arts-round-up-july-2024/

✏️ New article alert! Check out this month's installment of the cinéSPEAK Journal column "Reel Impact: From Screens to Streets," written by Gabe Castro. This column is funded with support from Bread and Roses Community Fund.

🏳️‍🌈 While many of the independent and community film organizations in Philadelphia are led by and support q***r filmmakers, there is no dedicated, intentional space for q***r films and filmmakers. cinéSPEAK spoke with two local q***r filmmakers seeking and building community in Philly—angel edwards and Eva Wu—to learn more about their experiences and perspectives on the q***r film landscape in our city.

📚 Read the full article here: https://www.cinespeak.org/2024/06/20/a-space-of-our-own-q***r-filmmakers-are-seeking-a-creative-oasis/

🎥 NEW ARTICLE! Meet local youth filmmaker Lanaa Dantzler, featured in the new Philadelphia Artist spotlight written by cinéSPEAK Philly Beat Fellow Ireashia Bennett.

✏️ The cinéSPEAK Journal spoke with Lanaa Dantzler about her experience as a teen filmmaker, her new film "As You Are," and her vision for Philadelphia’s film community.

📚 Learn more about Dantzler by reading the full Philadelphia Artist Spotlight here: https://www.cinespeak.org/2024/06/18/philadelphia-artist-spotlight-lanaa-dantzler/

✨ Thank you for making cinéSPEAK Under the Stars so magical!⁠
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🎥 We are celebrating another successful year of Under the Stars. We always love watching independent films with our community, and this year felt extra special. We hope you had as much fun as we did vibing out to the DJs, picnicking with friends, and watching Philadelphia premieres of incredible films from around the world. ⁠
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🥰 Thank you all so much for making space to hang with us! Much love to all of our collaborative artists, partner orgs, sponsors, and producing team. We look forward to being with you again soon.⁠
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cinéSPEAK Under the Stars 2024 was proudly presented thanks to generous support from , , & Independence Public Media Foundation— with additional support from and and in partnership with - PHL ***robics_west_philly ⁠
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📸 If you want to check out the full collection of photos from our brilliant team of photographers, be sure to sign up for our mailing list via the link in our bio—the album links go out on 6/27!

✨ Thank you for making cinéSPEAK Under the Stars so magical!

🎥 We are celebrating another successful year of Under the Stars. We always love watching independent films with our community, and this year felt extra special. We hope you had as much fun as we did vibing out to the DJs, picnicking with friends, and watching Philadelphia premieres of incredible films from around the world.

🥰 Thank you all so much for making space to hang with us! Much love to all of our collaborative artists, partner orgs, sponsors, and producing team. We look forward to being with you again soon.

cinéSPEAK Under the Stars 2024 was proudly presented thanks to generous support from , , & Independence Public Media Foundation— with additional support from and and in partnership with - PHL ***robics_west_philly partnership with - PHL ***robics_west_philly

📸 If you want to check out the full collection of photos from our brilliant team of photographers, be sure to sign up for our mailing list here: http://eepurl.com/gxY90r —the album links go out on 6/27!

Your health, safety, and comfort is of utmost importance to us. 💕 Due to extreme weather and bad air quality, our event is moved to Saturday June 15. 🥵

🌙 Join us for Closing Night of Under the Stars THIS SATURDAY 6/15 with films celebrating the stories of young people with disabilities, featuring the Philadelphia premieres of OKTHANKSBYE and Makayla’s Voice: A Letter to the World. ⁠
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🌃 Don’t miss our 4th annual premiere outdoor indie film festival— Under the Stars at Clark Park, happening Fridays, May 24 - June 14. ⁠
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🌟 Every year, when the weather is *just* right, we bring audiences together for magical evenings of outdoor cinema at Clark Park in West Philly. Each week, we proudly feature local DJs and incredible independent films from around the world. Bring-Your-Own picnics, blankets, and chairs. ⁠
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⏰ 6/14 Event Flow: ⁠
Come Early! Bring your your picnics and pals—⁠
7 PM: DJs ⁠
8:45 PM: Welcome Remarks⁠
9 PM: Film Screening - OKTHANKSBYE and Makayla’s Voice: A Letter to the World⁠
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🧏🏽‍♀️ Accessibility Note: Both films have open captions. We will have live ASL interpretation on site. They will provide interpretation during all remarks on the mic and for two promo videos that do not have captions.
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🎟 Under the Stars events are FREE and open to the public. Registration is requested. ⁠
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🍿 Check out the full lineup, mark your calendar, tell your friends, and RSVP via the link in our bio! ⁠
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🥰 cinéSPEAK Under the Stars 2024 is presented thanks to generous support from , , & Independence Public Media Foundation— with additional support from and and in partnership with - PHL

✏️ NEW ARTICLE! One unique and incredible aspect of Philadelphia is the vast amount of free youth film programming. With summer approaching and the new school year on the horizon, this list is designed to help Philadelphia-based parents, teachers, and caregivers find a youth filmmaking program that’s right for their students.

➡️ Read the full article here: https://www.cinespeak.org/2024/06/13/list-of-philadelphia-youth-media-programs/

✏️ NEW ARTICLE! cinéSPEAK Journal writer M. Shane Jenkins spoke with the directors of the Under the Stars closing night films, OKTHANKSBYE and Makayla’s Voice: A Letter to the World, and wrote about these beautiful portrayals of teen girls with disabilities.

✨ Check out the article and get excited to attend closing night of cinéSPEAK Under the Stars this Friday, 6/14, in Clark Park!

➡️ Read the full article here: https://www.cinespeak.org/2024/06/11/under-the-stars-closing-night-a-celebration-of-the-magic-in-all-of-us/

🌙 Join us for Closing Night of Under the Stars THIS FRIDAY 6/14 with films celebrating the stories of young people with disabilities, featuring the Philadelphia premieres of OKTHANKSBYE and Makayla's Voice: A Letter to the World.

🌃 Don't miss our 4th annual premiere outdoor indie film festival— Under the Stars at Clark Park, happening Fridays, May 24 - June 14.

🌟 Every year, when the weather is *just* right, we bring audiences together for magical evenings of outdoor cinema at Clark Park in West Philly. Each week, we proudly feature local DJs and incredible independent films from around the world. Bring-Your-Own picnics, blankets, and chairs.

⏰ 6/14 Event Flow:
Come Early! Bring your your picnics and pals—
7 PM: DJs
8:45 PM: Welcome Remarks
9 PM: Film Screening - OKTHANKSBYE and Makayla's Voice: A Letter to the World

☔️ This event is not rain or shine. The rain date is Saturday, June 15. Please register and stay tuned on socials for announcements of any postponement.

🎟 Under the Stars events are FREE and open to the public. Registration is requested.

🍿 Check out the full lineup, mark your calendar, tell your friends, and RSVP here: https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/under-the-stars-at-clark-park-2024-3300979

🥰 cinéSPEAK Under the Stars 2024 is presented thanks to generous support from , , & Independence Public Media Foundation— with additional support from and and in partnership with - PHL

Thank you Philadelphia Inquirer for speaking with Jesse Pires, our Lightbox Film Center cinema fam, Sarah Mueller, our Executive Director, and other cinephiles and exhibitors about how the UArts’ closure impacts on our indie film community!

Read the full story:

With UArts’ closure, the Lightbox Film Center loses its home for the second time The Lightbox Film Center, which was initially housed within West Philly's International House, moved when UArts stepped in to save the center.

🦸🏿 Come on out: THIS FRIDAY 6/7 aka *COSPLAY NIGHT* for a special presentation of 's Academy Award nominated Belle (2021)—a captivating Japanese animated adaptation of a tale as old as time–a must see for the big screen!

🌃 Don't miss our 4th annual premiere outdoor indie film festival— Under the Stars at Clark Park, happening Fridays, May 24 - June 14.

🌟 Every year, when the weather is *just* right, we bring audiences together for magical evenings of outdoor cinema at Clark Park in West Philly. Each week, we proudly feature local DJs and incredible independent films from around the world. Bring-Your-Own picnics, blankets, and chairs.

⏰ 6/7 Event Flow:
Come Early! Bring your costumes, your picnics, and your pals—
7 PM: OTAKU Party DJs
8:45 PM: Welcome Remarks
9 PM: Film Screening - Belle (English dub)

☔️ This event is not rain or shine. The rain date is Saturday, June 8. Please register and stay tuned on socials for announcements of any postponement.

🎟 Under the Stars events are FREE and open to the public. Registration is requested.

🍿 Check out the full lineup, mark your calendar, tell your friends, and RSVP here: https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/under-the-stars-at-clark-park-2024-3300979

🥰 cinéSPEAK Under the Stars 2024 is presented thanks to generous support from , , & Independence Public Media Foundation— with additional support from and and in partnership with - PHL

🎥 Meet local filmmaker Kenzä Bousseloub, featured in the new Philadelphia Artist spotlight written by cinéSPEAK Philly Beat Fellow Ireashia Bennett!

✏️ The cinéSPEAK Journal spoke with Kenzä Bousseloub about her film "Nissa’a Djazaïriat, Voices of East Algeria," her inspirations, and what keeps her coming back to film.

📚 Learn more about Kenzä Bousseloub by reading the full Philadelphia Artist Spotlight here: https://www.cinespeak.org/2024/05/30/philadelphia-artist-spotlight-kenza-bousseloub/

☀️ Now that it’s June, we can look forward to the official start of summer, Pride Month and Juneteenth celebrations, and more incredible film programming in Philadelphia. Continuing from last month, cinéSPEAK Under the Stars has two more screenings in Clark Park, and the Philadelphia Latino Arts & Film Festival has additional programming throughout the month. We are also celebrating cinéSPEAK Journal Editor-in-Chief Kristal Sotomayor for screening her short documentary Expanding Sanctuary at Scribe Video Center.

🎥 Additional highlights from this month include Scribe Video Center’s Precious Places premiere of short documentaries about community histories in Philadelphia, a free screening of One Hand Don’t Clap hosted by the Caribbean Community in Philadelphia in honor of National Caribbean American Heritage Month, and the 2024 Big Picture Film Fest. Don’t miss these amazing opportunities to see Philadelphia-made independent films, free outdoor film screenings, and special celebrations of art and culture in our city.

🗓 Plan your June with our Monthly Cinema Arts Round-Up! Read the full article here: https://www.cinespeak.org/2024/05/28/philadelphia-monthly-cinema-arts-round-up-june-2024/

🌈 We're back at it! Join us THIS FRIDAY 5/31 aka *PRIDE EVE* for the Philadelphia Premiere of .Markowitz 's Summer Qamp—a celebration of q***r youth at camp fYrefly, a haven for LGBTQIA2S+ teens in the woods of Alberta, Canada.

🌃 Don't miss our 4th annual premiere outdoor indie film festival— Under the Stars at Clark Park, happening Fridays, May 24 - June 14.

🌟 Every year, when the weather is *just* right, we bring audiences together for magical evenings of outdoor cinema at Clark Park in West Philly. Each week, we proudly feature local DJs and incredible independent films from around the world. Bring-Your-Own picnics, blankets, and chairs.

⏰ 5/31 Event Flow:
Come Early! Bring your q***r joy, your picnics, and your pals—
7 PM: DJ JAMZ
8:45 PM: Welcome Remarks
9 PM: Film Screening - Summer Qamp

☔️ This event is not rain or shine. The rain date is Saturday, June 1. Please register and stay tuned on socials for announcements of any postponement.

🎟 Under the Stars events are FREE and open to the public. Registration is requested.

🍿 Check out the full lineup, mark your calendar, tell your friends, and RSVP here: https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/under-the-stars-at-clark-park-2024-3300979

🥰 cinéSPEAK Under the Stars 2024 is presented thanks to generous support from , , & Independence Public Media Foundation— with additional support from and and in partnership with - PHL

🎥 As attendees gather for the Opening Night of Under the Stars, they can expect to be transported to a time when storytelling held boundless possibilities and the joy of discovery awaited around every corner.

📚 cinéSPEAK Journal writer Gabe Castro spoke with the directors of "Butterfly in the Sky" and "The ABCs of Book Banning" to learn more about the importance of these films screening *this Friday* at Clark Park.

✨ Check out the article and get excited to attend Under the Stars this Friday, 5/24, in Clark Park!

➡️ Read the full article here: https://www.cinespeak.org/2024/05/21/under-the-stars-opening-night-inspiring-reflections-on-youth-activism-and-education/

🌃 Let the countdown begin 🥳 THIS FRIDAY 5/24 marks the start favorite time of year! We're delighted to welcome the return of our premiere outdoor indie film festival— Under the Stars at Clark Park, happening Fridays, May 24 - June 14. ⁠
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🌟 Every year, when the weather is *just* right, we bring audiences together for magical evenings of outdoor cinema at Clark Park in West Philly. Each week, we proudly feature local DJs and incredible independent films from around the world. Bring-Your-Own picnics, blankets, and chairs. ⁠
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⏰ 5/24 Event Flow: ⁠
Come Early! Enjoy a Meet & Greet with Book Bike & Photo Booth ⁠
6:30 PM: Drag Storytime with ***r of ⁠
7 PM: DJ Mariyama ⁠
8:45 PM: Welcome Remarks⁠
9 PM: Film Screening - and The ABCs of Book Banning⁠
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☔️ This event is not rain or shine. The rain date is Saturday, May 25. Please register and stay tuned on socials for announcements of any postponement.⁠
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🎟 All events are FREE and open to the public. Registration is requested. ⁠
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🍿 Check out the full lineup, mark your calendar, tell your friends, and RSVP via the link in our bio! ⁠
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🥰 cinéSPEAK Under the Stars 2024 is presented thanks to generous support from , , & Independence Public Media Foundation— with additional support from and and in partnership with

📚📣 SPECIAL OPENING NIGHT PROGRAM NEWS! — We're *delighted* to welcome cabaret and drag star ***r in a joyful pre-screening partnership with our fam !

💃🏼 Come Early! ENJOY ALL AGES DRAG STORYTIME with Lili St Q***r @ 6:30 PM—Cabaret and Drag Star Lili St Q***r brings some of her family-friendly favorite stories and songs, including a sneak peek of The Bearded Ladies' upcoming show about libraries and the bookworms who love them: CHECK IT OUT!!! Learn More: www.beardedladiescabaret.com/works/check-it-out

🌃 THIS FRIDAY 5/24 our favorite time of year kicks off! We're delighted to announce the return of our premiere outdoor indie film festival— Under the Stars at Clark Park, happening Fridays, May 24 - June 14.

🌟 Every year, when the weather is *just* right, we bring audiences together for magical evenings of outdoor cinema at Clark Park in West Philly. Each week, we proudly feature local DJs and incredible independent films from around the world. Bring-Your-Own picnics, blankets, and chairs.

🎟 All events are FREE and open to the public. Registration is requested.

🍿 Check out the full lineup, mark your calendar, tell your friends, and RSVP here: https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/under-the-stars-at-clark-park-2024-3300979

🥰 cinéSPEAK Under the Stars 2024 is presented thanks to generous support from , , & Independence Public Media Foundation— with additional support from and and in partnership with - PHL

📚🚲 NEXT FRIDAY 5/24! We're delighted to announce our community partnership with the beloved ! They will be onsite for our Opening Night screening of & The ABCs of Book Banning!

📽🍿 Come on out, catch their amazing Book Bike in action, meet a Free Library rep, and sign up for a library card.

🌃 NEXT WEEK Our favorite time of year kicks off! We're delighted to announce the return of our premiere outdoor indie film festival— Under the Stars at Clark Park, happening Fridays, May 24 - June 14.

🌟 Every year, when the weather is *just* right, we bring audiences together for magical evenings of outdoor cinema at Clark Park in West Philly. Each week, we proudly feature local DJs and incredible independent films from around the world. Bring-Your-Own picnics, blankets, and chairs.

🎟 All events are FREE and open to the public. Registration is requested.

🍿 Check out the full lineup, mark your calendar, tell your friends, and RSVP here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/cinespeak-presents-butterfly-in-the-sky-philly-premiere-tickets-888289476737

🎥 🎶 This month, cinéSPEAK spoke with Kirsten Senske, Senior Programmer of Philadelphia Latino Arts & Film Festival, about their work, programing, and the upcoming 2024 festival (happening May 26 - July 7).

"Audiences can expect the integration of other disciplines besides film as part of our programming. Starting [this year], the Philadelphia Latino Arts & Film Festival began accepting submissions of works in the following disciplines: musical acts, dance, poetry/spoken word, and [theater]. 2024 marks our first season as the Philadelphia Latino Arts & Film Festival [we were previously the Philadelphia Latino Film Festival] and we are truly excited about this new chapter.” -PHLAFF

📚 Learn more about the vital work of our fam — Read the full conversation here:
https://www.cinespeak.org/2024/05/14/philadelphia-organization-spotlight-philadelphia-latino-arts-film-festival/

🎧 Hot off the presses: Check out the DJ lineup for cinéSPEAK Under the Stars 2024! 🔥

We're delighted to welcome these incredibly talented Philly DJs. They're sure to bring the party and lift your spirits! ✨
5/24: DJ Mariyama
5/31:
6/7: - Philly's anime party squad!
6/14: & of

🌃 We're TWO WEEKS OUT from our favorite time of year! We're delighted to announce the return of our premiere outdoor indie film festival— Under the Stars at Clark Park happening Fridays, May 24 - June 14.

🌟 Every year, when the weather is *just* right, we bring audiences together for magical evenings of outdoor cinema at Clark Park in West Philly. Each week, we proudly feature local DJs and incredible independent films from around the world. Bring-Your-Own picnic, blankets and chairs.

🎟 All events are FREE and open to the public. Registration is requested.

🍿 Check out the full lineup, mark your calendar, tell your friends, and RSVP via the link in our bio!

SEEKING COMMUNITY PARTNERS for cinéSPEAK Under the Stars at Clark Park 2024! (Fridays, May 24-June 14) Check out the full lineup here: https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/under-the-stars-at-clark-park-2024-3300979 — We can help your business/org/project shine! And YOUR SUPPORT HELPS SUSTAIN THIS BELOVED PROGRAM. If interested, please email Sarah Mueller (Executive Director) at Sarah (at) cineSPEAK (dot) org (additional tiers with benefits for donations $500+ available upon request)

Now going into its fourth season, Under the Stars is an outdoor early-summer film festival produced by cinéSPEAK that brings the community together to enjoy independent cinema in local parks and greenspaces.

The family-friendly festival is free and open to the public; making it a prime attraction for thousands of movie lovers annually from across the Greater Philadelphia Area. The Under the Stars experience includes an afternoon of activities including groovy tunes spun by D.J.s, tasty food trucks from local vendors, and tabling opportunities for organizations.

🎥 Our Journal spoke with Janine Spruill, CEO and Founder of Lil' Filmmakers, about their story, the barriers present for young artists in Philly, and their new physical space.

🎬 Lil’ Filmmakers was founded in 2009, with the aim of bringing the city’s youngest artists into the film industry. Lil' Filmmakers provides youth in Philadelphia with the tools and knowledge to pursue filmmaking and other artistic projects. They teach young people to use film and media “as a tool to overcome societal and personal barriers and prepare them for career opportunities in the creative industry.”

📚 Learn more about the great work of Lil' Filmmakers! Read the full conversation here: https://www.cinespeak.org/2024/04/23/philadelphia-organization-spotlight-lil-filmmakers/

🌃💕 Thanks for the press love, PhillyVoice! —‘Get out your picnic blanket and chairs and get ready to watch some recent indie films in West Philly. Film organization cinéSPEAK is once again hosting the "Under the Stars" film festival.’ - Chris Compendio

Outdoor indie film screening series from cinéSPEAK returning to Clark Park The West Philly cinema group is showing independent movies including 'Butterfly in the Sky' and 'Belle' for the 'Under the Stars' series.

🌸 Festival season in Philadelphia hard launches this month, with Tri-Co Film Festival, cinéSPEAK Under the Stars, and the Philadelphia Latino Arts & Film Festival. Make sure to take advantage of these amazing opportunities to see Philadelphia premieres of independent films from around the world, as well as short films from local emerging creatives. And of course, it’s always a joy to get to watch movies outside as the days are warming up–lounging on a blanket with friends and puppies, eating mango water ice, and waiting for the sun to set.

🎥 Other Highlights—include a special screening of The Command Center to Bring Women Home with an accompanying poetry workshop, a Producers’ Forum with the renowned filmmaker Haile Gerima, and a screening of in love, in memory (work-in-progress), a portrait documentary about the intimate effects of gun violence in Allentown, co-directed by Drew Swedberg and Shalon Buskirk.

🗓 Plan your May with our Monthly Cinema Arts Round-Up! Read the full article here: https://www.cinespeak.org/2024/04/25/philadelphia-monthly-cinema-arts-round-up-april-2024-2/

🌃 It's our favorite time of year! We're delighted to announce the return of our premiere outdoor indie film festival— Under the Stars at Clark Park happening Fridays, May 24 - June 14. This year’s program centers joy, self-discovery and community resiliency.

🌟 Every year, when the weather is *just* right, we bring audiences together for magical evenings of outdoor cinema at Clark Park in West Philly. Each week, we proudly feature incredible independent films from around the world, local DJs, food trucks and much more! Bring-Your-Own blankets and chairs. More exciting details announced each week...

🎟 All events are FREE and open to the public. Registration is requested.

🍿 Check out the full film lineup, mark your calendar, tell your friends, and RSVP here: https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/under-the-stars-at-clark-park-2024-3300979