In the Order of Weapons: 50 Years of Community Film Across Black America

Latest Past Events

Newark Black Film Festival: Power of the Dream

The Newark Museum of Art 49 Washington Street, Newark

Join us for the kickoff of the Newark Black Film Festival with a free screening of Power of the Dream, directed by Dawn Porter, and the short film A Race in the Sun by K. Nicole Mills. Experience the inspiring stories of groundbreaking athletes and stay for an engaging Q&A. Free admission, registration required.

Newark Black Film Festival: Drip Like Coffee

The Newark Museum of Art 49 Washington Street, Newark

Join us for a free screening of Drip Like Coffee, directed by Anaiis Cisco, and the short film Unbraided by Caroline Renard. Discover the unexpected romance of two Brooklyn baristas and follow Frankie’s quest through Los Angeles. Stay for a post-screening Q&A with Director Anaiis Cisco. Free admission, registration required.

NBFF Opening Night Reception and Film: Sing Sing

The Newark Museum of Art 49 Washington Street, Newark

A celebration to launch the official opening of the 50th Newark Black Film Festival, featuring DJ Skeme Richards, followed by a special opening night presentation of Sing Sing.