NBFF Opening Night Reception and Film: Sing Sing

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Newark Black Film Festival Presents — Aftershock

The Newark Museum of Art 49 Washington Street, Newark, United States

Join us for the Newark Black Film Festival's screening of Aftershock on Wednesday, May 30, from 6-9pm at The Newark Museum of Art. This powerful documentary, directed by Paula Eiselt and Tonya Lewis Lee, tackles the US maternal health crisis in the Black community. The evening starts with a reception at 6pm, followed by the film at 7pm, and a panel discussion featuring Director Tonya Lewis Lee and Mayor Ras Baraka. REGISTER FOR FREE TICKETS and be part of this important conversation.

Newark Black Film Festival: Power of the Dream

The Newark Museum of Art 49 Washington Street, Newark, United States

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, United States

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, United States

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. 

NBFF Youth Cinema Throwback: The Wiz

The Newark Museum of Art 49 Washington Street, Newark, United States

Join us for a screening of The Wiz, directed by Sidney Lumet. Follow Harlem schoolteacher Dorothy (Diana Ross) as she tries to save her dog from a storm and is miraculously whisked away to the urban fantasy land of Oz. Rated G, this film is perfect for all ages. Free, registration required.

NBFF Honors Kasi Lemmons

The Newark Museum of Art 49 Washington Street, Newark, United States

Join us for screening of short film, Behold a Lady, followed by the screening of iconic throwback Eve's Bayou as we celebrate and honor director, Kasi Lemmons. 

NBFF Youth Cinema Throwback: Ruby Bridges

The Newark Museum of Art 49 Washington Street, Newark, United States

Join us for a screening of Ruby Bridges, directed by Euzhan Palcy. When six-year-old Ruby is chosen to be the first African-American to integrate her local elementary school, she faces the harsh realities of racism for the first time. Rated PG, this film is an important and moving story for all ages.

Newark Black Film Festival: Songs from the Hole

The Newark Museum of Art 49 Washington Street, Newark, United States

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.

Newark Black Film Festival: Toll

The Newark Museum of Art 49 Washington Street, Newark, United States

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.

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

The Newark Museum of Art 49 Washington Street, Newark, United States

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.