Posts in 'BIPOC Stories'

To support "Bumpa," a documentary that uses Afro-Caribbean dance, whining, and Black American dance styles to analyze respectability politics, pressures to accommodate whiteness, and criticism of sexual expression imposed on Black people.

To support "The Fight for Chinatown," which documents the youth in Philadelphia’s Chinatown as they fight to prevent the development of a basketball arena in the historic neighborhood while reflecting on the legacy of activists who came before them to protect and preserve their communities."

To support "Ayiana Viviana: The Chaos of Surviving," a documentary about Philadelphia-based emerging abstract artist, Ayiana Viviana. The film explores her journey of overcoming life's obstacles, how she channeled her experiences into her artwork, and her transformation into a more authentic and self-assured version of herself.

To support "Melting Pot," which tells the story of teenagers from different walks of life who are forced to spend time together but soon discover their differences make them more alike than they thought.

To support "Illadelph Dreams: R U A Robot?" where Earth is facing imminent destruction while a spirited detective interrogates five unusual suspects after a raid at Philly’s most popular underground club. His questions uncover a radical plot that unites Earth-bound humans and cyborgs in a final attempt to escape the planet before its destruction.

To support "Cosmic Egg," a poetic documentary that explores the filmmaker’s personal struggle with infertility and the characters she meets in her journey through the surreal landscape of fertility mythology, egg harvesting, and surrogate birth.

To support "Dyana Williams: Mother of Black Music Month" which explores the history and impact of Black music on American culture through the life of a woman who has tirelessly fought to preserve it.

To support Kayla Watkins' film, Bumpa, with finishing funds for post-production.

To support the remaining production for Darrelle Williams' drama series, Kick.

To support Elijah Crawford's film, The Cure for Depression, with finishing funds to provide stipends to crew and collaborators, and prepare the film for a festival distribution.