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33rd and Memphis is a story on the importance of dance and the human heart.

Sixteen-year-old Memphis Braxton wants to dance, but without the approval of his parents, his love of dance will die. Memphis must make a decision that could cost him everything, but he would rather die than not dance.

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After a government contracted hit goes wrong, the collateral damage causes Lucas Alba to retire working for the company. He may be done, but his past quickly catches up with him and the consequences put the life of his and anyone close to him in Jeopardy.

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Six high school student's who are all victims of bullying join an after-school program for bullying victims, lead by a man who recently experienced a tragedy due to an act of bullying. The stories of everyone involved with this after-school bullying program, including the counselor, begin to unfold and intertwine into a brilliant mix of drama, triumph, comedy and inspiration.

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An emotionally damaged detective struggles with her past while in pursuit of a serial rapist.

There is major unrest in the city when a serial sex offender ravishes unsuspecting women at random, leaving virtually no evidence or any traces for police to trail. Detective SAVANNAH HUNTER is the lead detective on the case. Her brazen approach to police work leaves criminals unnerved and her superior’s on edge, however, she gets the job done. Providence is more than just a cop story. It dives deep into the emotional struggles that police officers often deal with in their personal lives while trying to protect and serve. Savannah has tons of emotional baggage, some of which clouds her judgment while working a high-profile case. Her more levelheaded partner, Detective DJANGO HOOKS, keeps her on a long leash, but often questions her antics in the field. All eyes are on the police department, but more importantly on Detective Hunter as she makes her way through the case in an attempt to catch a rapist and put the city at ease.

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After witnessing the murder of his beloved Grandfather, a Special Operations veteran with a tick, enacts his own retributive justice against the bad element of the city and those in power who turn a blind eye.

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Trapped the Film Girl + Guy = Perfect Date.... or so you think. Chandler is anticipating having the night of his life with his beloved Traci but what happens when this burning night of love and passion doesn’t quite measure up to what he thought it would? Trapped will take you on an emotional yet enlightening roller coaster ride in and out of time about the life of Traci in a way that, Chandler never would’ve imagined. Will this perfect date end in the proposal of a lifetime or a funeral....well you’ll just have to see how it ends.

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NARRATIVE FEATURE

A faithful husband in his relentless pursuit of his unfaithful wife.

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SHORT FILM

When a mysterious noble enters the pub, two down on their luck drunks discover they bit off more than they can chew. In this alternate Victorian London many horrors await.

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SHORT FILM

In “Caught”, Shane becomes increasingly obsessed with spying on his neighbor Jen from his apartment. He captures evidence of a mysterious and ominous Black Figure in her apartment, despite her being alone. When Shane sees the Figure apparently break Jen's neck, he calls the police but realizes it was an illusion.

Despite his growing paranoia, Shane continues to spy on Jen and calls her to warn her about the Black Figure when he sees it in her apartment again. However, Jen discovers that Shane has been secretly taking pictures of her and threatens to retaliate by telling his secret.

The Black Figure begins to then torment Shane with terrifying visions and psychological torture, he tries to explain his harmless intentions to avoid the impending retribution. However, at a critical moment, Shane lets down his guard and the Figure pulls him out of his window to his death, leaving his broken body on the pavement below. “Caught” is a suspenseful and unsettling thriller that explores the dangers of voyeurism, obsession, and the terrifying consequences that can arise from crossing boundaries and invading someone's privacy.

SHORT FILM

A homeless veteran suffering from PTSD tries to park his tent in the front yard of an elderly reclusive disabled woman. What begins as a cataclysmic confrontation, evolves into an opportunity for both to feel a little more human again. A chance to rediscover life.

SHORT FILM

Consumed by ballet, Afro-PUNK , and futuristic style- the last thing on Nia’s mind is her hair. her ex 90s prom queen mother Robyn however, is a different story. After learning Nia’s mane needs to be slayed for a dance audition that could change their lives, Robyn initiates Nia into the tense world of black hair. It’s giving Pandora’s box at the beauty supply store and rollercoaster ride on wash day, all towards the glory of the perfect stage bun. On audition day an unexpected malfunction pushes Nia to fight for her life on the dance floor. This struggle helps Nia and Robyn finally uncover who really wears the crown.

SHORT FILM

Carmen (40s), an overworked social worker meets Desmond (30s), a computer firm executive while working out. She is immediately attracted to him, though a little cautious. Desmond, with his good looks and hard body gets her to let down her guard. Within months, she moves in, marries him, and quits her job. His manipulative nature quickly has her under his control. Carmen's best friend, Kim, senses danger and gives a warning that she brushes off. But after Desmond accuses Carmen of cheating, they are faced with life or death choices. Deserved is an emotional journey that shows the mindset of the abuser and the abused. Everyone deserves to be free.

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When a bronze-skin bombshell rocks the world of Sunday Morning Football, millions tune in... but few know the tumultuous story of Jayne Kennedy, the first Black woman to boldly run interception on the racial lines of American sportscasting.

SHORT FILM

The state of humanity is viewed through the lens of a black boy.

SHORT FILM

A forty-something single mother gets her groove back with a little assistance from her teenage daughter. LOOK BACK AT IT is set in Baltimore and also serves as a proof of concept for a feature film of the same name.

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SHORT FILM

A woman suspects her new neighbor is a victim of domestic violence and will stop at nothing to save her before it’s too late.

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SHORT FILM

Paralysis is a poetic film featuring spoken word artists who capture the stream of consciousness of bystanders who witness a young Black boy fight for his life.

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SHORT FILM

Policies and Procedures is loosely based on a true story of a mentally tortured single mother who was sexually abused as a child and her family history neglect is passed down to her heir.

SHORT FILM

When Bailey and Jasmyn are running late for birthday brunch, they find themselves on a chaotic drive into DC that brings up some underlying tension between them. RSVP is a comedy short that aims to explore the vulnerability and forgiveness that we all have experienced in our friendships.

SHORT FILM

A Pastor of a church and his wife face their worst nightmare when he is told by someone in their congregation that his wife cannot conceive. In the inevitable aftermath, they walk the thin line between hanging in there and hanging it all up.

SHORT FILM

Ivy, a confident and meticulous high school student, faces a sudden twist when her period arrives unexpectedly on the day of a crucial math quiz. Frantically rushing to the bathroom, she discovers the pad dispenser is empty, forcing her to improvise with a makeshift toilet paper pad. Ivy’s world turns into a whirlwind of paranoia as she struggles to preserve her flawless image among her classmates, all the while concealing the challenges of “shark week.”

SHORT FILM

As two nazi’s general are trading the canes of power they relize that hitler is dead and of the general refuse to trade the cane of power to the other and the second general tries to get them.

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STUDENT

Jones, an aspiring businessman, is rejoicing after successfully sealing a business deal while in Texas. However, his celebratory night takes an unpleasant turn when he is subjected to racial profiling and false accusations of staring at the bartender's chest. In the sheriff's aggressive attempt to escort Jones out of the bar, his cane smashes to the floor, revealing to everyone that he’s blind. Upon his return home, Jones becomes reliant on tinted shades to protect himself from judgment and begins to distance himself from his wife – who he loves most. This thought-provoking short film explores Jones’ journey as he copes with his newfound insecurities and trauma. Clarity tackles the universal experience of insecurity through a perspective that's not often represented in film.

STUDENT

Calvin “Cal” Chambers is a struggling rap artist. One night, he goes to the studio in an attempt to finish his album. As he struggles to rap, there are other things on his mind. His ex-girlfriend's world tour kick-off concert is on the very same night. To finish his album and overcome his writer's block, he must come to terms with her success and as well his insecurities.

STUDENT

Sundown is a coming-of-age thriller short about Mikey, a young boy from Baltimore, and the lifelong consequences of disobeying his mother and staying out too late one night.

One night, while Mikey and his mother are moving out of their Baltimore home, they get into an argument regarding their family's past. After the dispute, Mikey's mother leaves the apartment, but not before warning him not to stay out past sunset. Mikey ultimately ignores her and returns home to a visit from a Creature that haunts him through his young adulthood.

As a child, Mikey has his whole life ahead of him. As an adult, Mikey lives in fear after his encounter with the Creature in his childhood. His mother has since passed, leaving him without an immediate family. Mikey lives alone in Baltimore City and clearly struggles with his mental health, having succumbed to a destructive lifestyle. Mikey eventually reaches out for help and finds another opportunity to encounter the Creature. Mikey must make a choice to take back his life… will he make the right one?

STUDENT

This is a National History Day Film Project that delves into the captivating era of the Harlem Renaissance, exploring the profound contributions made by African Americans in the arts, literature, and culture. It examines the continuous influence the Harlem Renaissance has had, particularly in Black culture, that continues to shape generations today.

STUDENT

The Way She Fell Apart is a visual poem that follows the cyclical decline of a woman’s mental health.

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INTERNATIONAL

A young man in Washington, D.C. is dealing with life after graduating college and his mothers death coincide.

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INTERNATIONAL

The story of this film deals with the real life of a rural family in the village of "ujan" in Armenia. A combination of fact and fiction.

INTERNATIONAL

In April of 1960, 1,500 young volunteers headed into the rural mountains their island nation of Cuba, the first teachers in a pilot program that lay groundwork for the massive National Literacy Campaign that would take place the following year.

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ANIMATION

On a utopic Caribbean island, a young priestess must overcome her insecurities, defy tradition and step into her power to save her people from impending danger.

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ANIMATION

One woman's journey to maternity.

ANIMATION

While trying to sleep after being up for too long on her phone, Kiki, a young phone addict tries to go to sleep. However, despite her efforts, she is convinced to stay awake by her phone that suddenly became sentient.

ANIMATION

A recently grounded boy named Tommy seeks revenge against his dad. He decides to settle the dispute the old fashioned way - with a rap battle of course. Little does he know that his dad has a surprise up his sleeve...or is it in his briefcase.

ANIMATION

A boy with anger issues and his dog are given superpowers to save the world from an artificial intelligence that wants to convert all humans into machines starting with the children. One hitch, unlike the Hulk, when he gets angry, he loses his powers in battle and doesn’t regain them until he calms down.

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DOCUMENTARY

When a federal judge orders a small town in Mississippi to desegregate its schools, over 60 years after Brown v. Board of Education, the residents of Cleveland are forced to grapple with this new reality while moving forward.

Educational Divide covers the issues of race, public education, civil rights, and more. It forces its viewers to wonder, "What can the rest of America learn from this small town in Mississippi?”

DOCUMENTARY

This short film is comprised of interviews, insight and close-ups moments with industry leading Artists, Advocates, Trailblazers and the Community at-large of whom support and love the Arts. The docu-film addresses the topic of Financial Literacy, Pay Inequity, Wage Gaps, Racial/Ethnic Discrimination and the ongoing Economic Crisis that continues to prevade in the Arts Sector well before the Pandemic. Although the Creative Economy makes up the top 5% percentile of global wealth - its contributors (Creatives, Arts Educators, Muses, Aspiring Artists and Professionals) are not living up to their potential, simply from not knowing or having been introduced to basic finances. The docu-film is a campaign and call to action for more transparency, involvement and inevitably the total reform of art institutions, program curiculuum, training schools and college/universities. Take Note. We’ve putting some of the best in the industry in the Hot Seat, to talk about a very Hot Topic. It’s LIT!!!! Financial Lit!

DOCUMENTARY

A filmmaker longing to reconnect with his African roots goes on a journey back home to Nigeria to learn about his tribe, Mupun. Speaking to elders around him, he explores his ancestry and lineage, meditating on how Mupun rituals and traditional practices have changed over time. His journey unpacks mysteries about the Nok civilization, one of West Africa’s earliest complex civilizations, as he gains a new perspective on his identity.

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DOCUMENTARY

Racist Roots - A new film from the Center for Death Penalty Litigation, that reveals the North Carolina death penalty's deep entanglement with a history of racism.

DOCUMENTARY

Rising Above The Fray tells the story of a few good men and women who served the Armed Forces as Army warrant officers. Not only did they serve honorably, but they did so at the highest rank.,,and that rank was Chief Warrant Officer Five.

DOCUMENTARY

An in depth look at Black men and emotional vulnerability