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If you missed, "The Black August Hip Hop Project Documentary" on Saturday, you have another opportunity TOMORROW, Wednesday, February 23rd at 6:30 pm. The filmmaker, dream hampton, is scheduled to appear for a Q&A following the screening. See below for details.
Please spread the word and I hope to see you there!
 The Los Angeles Premier of "The Black August Hip Hop Project Documentary."
The issue of political prisoners being held in American prisons in the U.S. is put forth in this tour de force documentary which not only sheds light on some of the inhuman conditions inside American prisons, but also reintroduces the stories of prisoners such as Sekou Odinga, Mutulu Shakur, Herman Bell and others who are serving time, some going on 30 years, for their political activities.
Woven throughout the film's historical commentary is the yearly Black August Hip Hop Festival (in commemoration of the murder of George Jackson in prison as well as other historical events in Black history occurring in August) wherein a group of political activists and political entertainers come together to produce a concert to support and raise awareness of the issue of U.S. political prisoners and American prisons.
The film features exclusive interviews with activists Assata Shakur, former Black Panther Kathleen Cleaver, political prisoner Mutulu Shakur and others. Part concert film, Black August highlights performances in New York, Cuba, and South Africa featuring Mos Def, Dead Prez, Talib Kweli, David Banner, Common, Erykah Badu and others.
Wednesday, February 23rd @ 6:30 pm Culver Plaza Theater 9919 Washington Blvd. in Culver City Tickets: $11
A portion of proceeds from your purchase will benefit Mother's Day Radio.
Purchase tickets from Thandisizwe Chimurenga at a booth next to the venue box office up to 30 minutes before start time. You may also purchase your tickets directly from the box office.
PAFF Community Collaborators: Black August Los Angeles, Mother's Day Radio, Some of Us Are Brave Radio
 If you missed " Gang Girl: A Mother's Journey to Save Her Daughter" on Monday, you missed a powerful film! After the film, there was a live panel discussion with producer/director and "Mother" Valerie Goodloe, her daughter Nafeesa, and others from the film including actor and co-founder of Camp Gid D Up (a Los Angeles-based non-profit organization for under-privileged children) Glynn Turman, and Congresswoman Maxine Waters.
To learn more about "Gang Girl," please visit the film's Facebook page .
Thank you for those who came out this past Saturday night and Monday afternoon to watch these films! We appreciate the support and look forward to seeing you on Wednesday!
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