Checking in With Our Collaborators

Checking in With Our Collaborators

In celebration of Black History Month, we’ve checked in with some of our previous collaborators amplifying Black stories on where they and these projects are now. We're excited to spotlight their work! Read on to learn...
Activist-Centered Films to Watch on MLK Day

Activist-Centered Films to Watch on MLK Day

Martin Luther King Day celebrates the life of the most recognizable figure of the Civil Rights Movement. King provided undeniable leadership in the Civil Rights Movement of the 50s and 60s. On this day we...
Adenike Thomas Builds Community with The Red Line

Adenike Thomas Builds Community with The Red Line

A rising tide lifts all boats... and Adenike Thomas (AT) is the wave of change we need right now. As a prolific producer, actor, writer, director, and overall multi-hyphenate, Adenike cares deeply about her community...
Five Black Writers You Should Know

Five Black Writers You Should Know

Five Black Writers You Should Know (Plus, local talent you should work with) Forward:While Hollywood & pop criticism lack representation & amplification of Black screenwriters, Black creators have been utilizing the form brilliantly since almost the...
Five Black Actors You Should Know

Five Black Actors You Should Know

Five Black Actors You Should Know (Plus, local talent you should work with) Forward:While Hollywood & pop criticism lack representation & amplification of Black actors, Black creators have been utilizing the form brilliantly since almost the...
Five Black Directors You Should Know

Five Black Directors You Should Know

Five Black Directors You Should Know (Plus, local talent you should work with) Forward:While Hollywood & pop criticism lack representation & amplification of Black directors, Black creators have been utilizing the form brilliantly since almost the...
Five Black Cinematographers You Should Know

Five Black Cinematographers You Should Know

Five Black Cinematographers You Should Know (Plus, local talent you should work with) Ernest Dickerson Director and cinematographer, Ernest Dickerson is one of the most prolific, yet underrated filmmakers of our time. That's a bold claim. But when...
Alex Dauphin- Filmmaker Friday

Alex Dauphin- Filmmaker Friday

This week we’re joined by filmmaker, actor, & writer, Alex Dauphin! (This interview was edited and condensed for clarity)   CA: Hey Alex! Hit us with your bio. AD: Hey guys. I'm Alex Dauphin and...
Ramone Hulet- Filmmaker Friday (Quarantine Edition)

Ramone Hulet- Filmmaker Friday (Quarantine Edition)

This week we’re joined by Chicago actor, writer, & producer, Ramone Hulet! (This interview was edited and condensed for clarity)   CA: Hey Ramone! Hit us with your bio. RH: My name is Ramone Hulet....
Kyra Jones- Filmmaker Friday (Quarantine Edition)

Kyra Jones- Filmmaker Friday (Quarantine Edition)

This week we’re joined by Chicago filmmaker & performer, Kyra Jones! (This interview was edited and condensed for clarity)   CA: Hey Kyra! Hit us with your bio. KJ: Hi, my name is Kyra Jones and...
#BlackLivesMatter

#BlackLivesMatter

As an organization that prides itself on supporting the film community as a whole, we can no longer remain silent as Black Americans are being murdered by our own government. Before rushing to speak, We...