The Acolytes of the South Bronx
Directed by Sabrina Aviles and James Rutenbeck (USA, 2024, 21:00 mins).

At a charismatic Catholic center in the South Bronx, three young Latino adults pray, sing and navigate relationships with their community, friends and each other. Local film; RoxFilm Alum; English subtitles when Spanish is spoken.

Long Hast Thou Stood
Directed by Joe Aidonidis (USA, 2024, 8 mins).

"Long Hast Thou Stood" holds a lens to how vital the Mount Calvary Baptist Church is to its congregation even as it sees declining attendance. In a time where social institutions are increasingly stressed, the film explores what happens to a community when it's spiritual center begins to dissolve. Local film.

AfriCOBRA & Nelson Stevens: Art for the People
Directed by Evan Goodchild (USA, 2024, 9 mins).

A community responds in carrying the legacy of AfriCOBRA artist-teacher Nelson Stevens after he passes away, continuing to define and redefine what "art for the people" can be. Local film; Supported by Mass Humanities.

Hear Me
Directed by Dave Simonds (USA, 2023, 52 mins).

"Hear Me" is crafted from in-depth conversations with seven young people from the affluent Berkshire County of Western Massachusetts who have been impacted by gun violence. Each of our remarkable cast members are working through various aspects of instability at home, system involvement, and street violence. In our film they are the experts—on their own lives, and on the root causes of gun violence. Produced by Jenny Herzog. Local film.

Redefining Legacy
Directed by Joe Aidonidis (USA, 2024, 8 mins).

Jocelyn Jones only thought she would find pain when researching her ancestry. With the help of a local historical society, Jones discovers a proud lineage of patriotism which helps her to reshape what it means to be an American. Local film.

Followed by a Q&A.