The 18th annual dc caribbean film festival the 18th 2018 dc caribbean filmfest june 8 brings films from dominica, cuba, puerto rico, trinidad and tobago, bahamas, jamaica, haiti, dominican republic and other caribbean nations. Washington peace center 1525 newton st nw washington, dc 202 2342000. Whether youre a local, new in town, or just passing through, youll be sure to find something on eventbrite that piques your interest. More info were proud to be back at the beautiful miracle theatre in southeast washington, d. His 2017 documentary when god sleeps premiered at the tribeca film festival, won most valuable documentary of the year from cinema for peace during berlinale, and the golden heynal award at the krakow film festival, along with several other international recognitions. While we have postponed this springs filmfest dc, the washington, dc international. Check out the films you can still catch at the festival, with the synopses courtesy of afi, below. Filmfest dc opens tonight at friendship heights theater amc mazza gallerie opens the film festival with a screening of the argentinian film tango glories. Jun 09, 2017 its the 17th edition of the dc caribbean filmfest the machel montano. The mighty sparrow and lord superior on the hilton rooftop. Official website for commemoration of june as national caribbean american heritage month founded by the institute of caribbean studies in washington dc.
The vision of the national caribbean american heritage month movement is an america where all the contributions of the diverse immigrants that have come to these shores are celebrated and the american dream of a melting pot society that honors and promotes inclusive prosperity is realized as we all pursue the unfolding of a more perfect union. Find art films, foreign films, documentaries, screenings, and first run films shown at museums, arts centers, and movie houses. Official site of national caribbean american heritage month. This is a list of existing major film festivals, sorted by continent. The festival includes traditional cuisine, music and performances as well as arts and crafts and other family activities. Dc caribbean filmfest kicks off summer of festivals. Tickets are required and may be purchased online or by phone at 202 8577700, or in person between 9 a. Dc caribbean filmfest national caribbean american heritage. The opening night film is homelands jaha browne and tara. Washington, dc international film festival washington dc, usa april 2018. Cinema mexican cultural institute of washington dc. The house on coco road 2017 dc caribbean filmfest meetup. Lucerne football film festival in paris, france, and the dc caribbean filmfest.
The dc black film festival is a black reel awards qualifying festival. There was a huge step forward to add toll lanes along i270 and the beltway in maryland. Jun 06, 2017 wonder woman 2017 dc films dc entertainment warner bros. The 29th annual washington, dc international film festival, will be held this year from april 16 28. Universoul circus 2017 baltimore june 3, 2017 duration. Producer anne flatte and consulting producer guetty felin take questions at the afi silver dc caribbean filmfest june 12, 2017 by tina tom. Afi silver is in the midst of hosting the 18th dc caribbean filmfest in. The festival is copresented by caribbean association of world bank and imf staff cawi, caribbean professional network cpn, institute of caribbean studies ics and africa. Mark your calendar for the major annual events in 2018 in the nations capital. Afi docs afi european union film showcase afi latin american film festival shop silver rewards.
Encounters south african international documentary. Next comes the north american premiere, when the film will be screened as part of the opening night of the new york african film festival, before moving on to other us destinations. The mighty sparrow and lord superior on the hilton rooftop by geoffrey f. Our guide to filmfest dc 2017 washington city paper. Dc caribbean filmfest opening night filmmaker bart phillips fields questions after a screening of his 2017 documentary, machel montano. Find films and movies, premier screenings, film series and film festivals throughout dc metro. Heres an opportunity to see films you may have missed in previous filmfest dc programs. The festival is copresented by caribbean association of world bank and imf staff cawi, caribbean professional network cpn, institute of caribbean studies ics and africa world now project. Tuesday, april 25 mexico short films from new generation of mexican filmmakers discover the diversity, talent and creativity of a new generation of mexican filmmakers, who tell stories with personal poetry and take us on a journey through a new, inconsistent and. Seek out music throughout the areain addition to the below live and dj events, there are more international dj dance events both in dc and in maryland african onesgolf lounge, swahili village, fire station one, stonefish, crystal, lees. Check back soon for details and information about our exciting 2018 film lineup. We are working with our colleagues and partners to determine a new date. For drivers it would alleviate congestion, but for those who live there it could mean losing their homes. Our guide to filmfest dc 2017 as one of the regions leading international film festivals, its no surprise that its 2017 lineupanother stellar showing of some of the worlds best underseen.
The summer 2017 movie season leaps into action this friday june 2 with the longawaited release of wonder woman. Home to such artists as desmond dekker and jimmy cliff, trojan records, founded. The nations capital is a great place to learn about everything from politics to history and to the arts and sciences. Journey of a soca king, the 2017 biopic of the trinidadian musician who vies to bring the upbeat dance music of the island to the world. Unfinished sentences is an intimate exploration of the, often, tumultuous relationship. Justice matters a series exploring issues of social justice. Dc caribbean carnival aka dc carnival, washington d. Embassy of the republic of trinidad and tobago, washington, dc.
Baltimoredc one caribbean carnival 2020 in baltimore, md. Caribbean celebratory dance vanessa eugene, haitian dancer, choreographer suzanne matthewswilliams, president of caio, dancer, choreographer. The house on coco road this is a great film, which was so popular, it sold out twice during aprils film fest dc. Caribbean professional networks core objectives are to provide a forum for caribbean professionals to network and to cultivate business. Afi silver dc caribbean filmfest washington dc, usa june 2018. For information about corona virus please see the montgomery county website read more. Washington dc, for the opening night of the american film institute dc caribbean filmfest, and then san francisco, where there will be a special screening at the. Fortunately, the organizers of the 19th annual dc caribbean filmfest, which runs from june 6 through 12 at the afi silver and cultural center, honor tropical subgenres with several musical titles, including this vivid documentary about jamaicas signature sound. In recognition of caribbean heritage month, the annual dc caribbean film fest kicks off friday, june 9 with machel montano. Dc carnival caribbean festival in national harbor, national harbor, saturday, 01. Dc caribbean filmfest, afi silver theater and cultural center more films by subject and genre. The washington, dc international film festival for a sixth year to spread the word about the international film festival and to bring filmmakers for several films into d.
Caribbean film series brings zombi child to bam march 10, 2020. His 2017 documentary when god sleeps premiered at the tribeca film. Sign in to earn silver rewards or continue as a guest below login. Apr 25, 2020 see whos going to baltimoredc one caribbean carnival 2020 in baltimore, md. We are happy to say, there are several caribbean films in the lineup.
Dc caribbean collective smithsonian folklife festival. The dc environmental film festival features more than 180 documentary, feature, animated, archival, experimental and childrens films from around the world. Many of washington dcs nonprofit and educational institutions offer lectures, films and classes on a wide range of subjects. Apr 11, 2020 see whos going to filmfest dc 2020 in washington, dc. Filmfest dc opens tonight at friendship heights theater. Dc caribbean carnival aka dc carnival home facebook. African diaspora caribbean diaspora caribbean studies documentaries. They have premiered and been awarded at major film festivals around the world including tribeca, berlin, tokyo, and are funded through grants, partnerships and coproductions with organizations like the sundance documentary institute, fork films, the catapult film fund, the. Mariel browns awardwinning documentary feature unfinished sentences will have its u. The films will be shown at more than 40 venues around washington, dc, including museums, embassies, libraries, universities and local theaters.
Trinidadian musician machel montano is the undisputed king of soca, a genre of music that originated in trinidad and tobago in the early 1970s that blends calypso, reggae, b. Dc area stories archives page 2 of 4 teaching for change. In recognition of caribbean heritage month in june, afi silver is proud to once again host screenings of the dc caribbean filmfest, now in its 16th year. Official site of national caribbean american heritage. While we have postponed this springs filmfest dc, the washington, dc international film festival is pleased to present a virtual series of films, filmfest dc at home, to our many patrons and friends. Organized and presented by the metropolitan washington council of the aflcio, the debsjonesdouglass institute and the afi silver, the 16th annual dc labor filmfest features a wideranging selection of films about work, workers and workers issues. Producer anne flatte and consulting producer guetty felin take. Its the 17th edition of the dc caribbean filmfest the machel montano. Gala hispanic theater is celebrating its 8th annual reel time film festival. The largest festival to date has been screening 21 films from over 12 countries and runs until june. In the past she has worked with the american folklife center at the library of congress and the smithsonian folklife festival as a presenter and curatorial consultant. With exquisitely colorful costumes, fresh foods and irresistibly catchy musi. The festival is copresented by caribbean association of world bank and imf staff cawi, caribbean professional network.
A few days later, the film we be screened on the east coast, at the dc caribbean filmfest. Iberoamerican film showcase 2017 ngish sutites f msso first come first seated. Students gain a lot from viewing the documentaries, preparing questions, and discussing the film with the. Filmfest dc dates postponed as a health precaution in the face of the coronavirus pandemic, this years washington, dc international film festival will be postponed. Trinidadian musician machel montano is the undisputed king of soca, a genre of music that originated in trinidad and tobago in. Dc environmental film festival 2017 in washington, dc.
Partner pictures llc has made narrative and documentary feature films since 2008. In recognition of caribbean heritage month in june, afi silver is proud to once again host the dc caribbean filmfest, now in its 18th year. Mar 23, 2017 teaching for change partnered with filmfest dc. Jun 11, 2018 6 films you can still catch at the 2018 dc caribbean filmfest the festival in its 18th year is the largest to date. Lots happening and more to be announced like the specific musicoriented movies at filmfest dc. The afi silver presents the richness of american and world cinema, exploring all forms of the moving image in the digital era and seeing the screen itself as a source of. See whos going to baltimoredc one caribbean carnival 2020 in baltimore, md. Afi silver is in the midst of hosting the 18th dc caribbean filmfest in celebration of caribbean heritage month. Not rated in recognition of caribbean heritage month in june, afi silver is proud to once again host the dc caribbean filmfest, now in its 19th year. The washington, dc international film festival is a cinematic celebration with an international scope and a local lens. Dc carnival caribbean festival event national harbor. National geographic offers a series of dynamic lectures, live concerts and compelling films at its headquarters in washington, dc.
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