NBFF Opening Night Reception and Film: Sing Sing

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NBFF Panel: Where Creativity Meets Commerce: Small Businesses Working with Film & TV 

The Newark Museum of Art 49 Washington Street, Newark

Discover the wealth of opportunities in New Jersey's film and TV industry and explore the resources and incentives from the New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA). Hear from local business owners who have already benefited. Complimentary food from Cornbread will be provided. Free registration required.

Newark Black Film Festival: Toll

The Newark Museum of Art 49 Washington Street, Newark

Join us for a screening of Toll, directed by Carolina Markowicz. This film follows Suellen, a toll booth attendant who helps a gang of thieves steal watches to afford sending her son to a gay conversion workshop. The film is in Portuguese with English subtitles. Stay for a Q&A following the screening.

Newark Black Film Festival: Songs from the Hole

The Newark Museum of Art 49 Washington Street, Newark

Join us for a screening of Songs from the Hole, directed by Contessa Gayles. This documentary visual album follows an incarcerated musician's journey for healing and peace as he comes of age behind bars. Experience his powerful story and stay for a Q&A with director, Contessa Gayles and producer richie reseda.