CELEBRATING BLACK STORIES (Runtime: 56 min.)
Powerful films for ages 8+
In English or with English subtitles
Presented in partnership with the New York International Children's Film Festival (NYICFF)

Celebrating Black Stories spotlights Black narratives that transcend national boundaries, culture, and language with films in English, French, Zulu, and even ASL! These films share the joy, determination, resilience, and complexity of being young and Black while underscoring the vibrancy of Black storytelling.

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#DouDou Challenge
France, Animation, Multiple Directors, 2023, 6 min
In French with English subtitles

Olivia's social media obsession leaves her abandoned in a highway service area, where her attempts to get off her phone take an unexpected turn. Directed by Julie Majcher, Alexandra Delaunay-Fernandez, Sixtine Emerat, Marine Benabdallah-Crolais, Scott Pardailhé-Galabrun, & Noémie Segalowicz.

This is the only screening of this program.