VIRTUAL GARY FEBRUARY
An Intimate Chat with Black Animators
Joy Shannon and Lamard Cher-Aimé
Join us Thursday, 2/29 at 7pm as we chat with filmmakers who have chosen animation as their tool for storytelling.
Exclusive Invitation for Select Patrons
Register at https://bit.ly/BlackAnimators
Film clips, shorts, and critical analysis of how Blackness is represented in animation over the years and how indie Black filmmakers are using animation as a unique storytelling tool. Bring your A game and join us as we engage in a lively discussion about the cultural impact of these films.
This exclusive event is free, but registration is required to access the virtual discussion. Reserve your spot now for an enriching cinematic experience and thought-provoking dialogue.
Past Events…
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10 Essential Films You Need to Watch During Black History Month
Tuesday, January 30 @ 7pm
Exclusive Invitation for Select Patrons
An Intimate Conversation With DAVID F. WALKER: AUTHOR - FILM CRITIC - SCHOLAR
Join us as we kick off our 4th season of VIRTUAL GARY, GIBFF’s online virtual film series featuring film and lively discussion about Black film across the diaspora.
Our January show features DAVID F. WALKER, an award-winning comic book writer, filmmaker, journalist, and educator.
Walker will join GIBFF as we chat about the 10 Essential Films You Should Watch During Black History Month. Exploring the broader cannon of American cinema, Walker who teaches at Portland State University, will uncover hidden heroes, uncut gems within the larger film canon that are essential viewing.
Enjoy an evening of film clips, shorts and critical analysis of Blackness and its impact on Hollywood.
This exclusive event is free, but you must register to gain access and join in the dialogue.
Award Watch Weekend Thursday, 11/23 - Sunday 11/26
SUMMER. THROWBACK. CHILLIN. OUTSIDE.
This summer, the festival organizers bring the opportunity to see a variety of “throwback” films investigating the power and significance of Black exploitation films in a variety of Gary venues throughout the summer. This genre of filmmaking, which came on the heels of the civil rights era and into the Black power movement, portrayed Black protagonists in a new light. No longer docile and servile slaves, but as empowered and self sufficient leaders addressing many of the social ills created by systemic racism. Though controversial because of its exaggerated depictions of violence, sex, and drug-use, the Blaxploitation film genre in many ways reflected the successes of the Civil Rights movement and the attitudes of the Black Power movement.
Beginning in May and running throughout the summer, this series will take place at a variety of venues with both indoor and outdoor opportunities to view films.
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THURSDAY, MARCH 23 - 11AM
Purdue University Northwest - Alumni Hall
FREE TO THE PUBLIC
In a divided America, progressive activist and political commentator Van Jones controversially works across party lines on landmark criminal justice reform and a more humane response to the addiction crisis. Attempting to be a bridge builder in a time of extreme polarization takes Van and a coalition of unlikely allies deep into the inner workings of a divisive administration, internal debates within both parties, and the lives of frontline activists fighting for their communities.
Join Producer Lance Kramer, Nicky Ali Jackson, PH. D and Timothy McDonald in a powerful discussion around criminal justice reform and the fight for exoneration.
The History, Legacy & Gary Connection to
"The Spook Who Sat By the Door" 50th Anniversary
Saturday February 4, 2023
Gary Area Career Center
1800 E. 35th Ave., Gary, IN 46409
Doors open @2pm, program @2:30pm
Special Guest, Q & A
Pemon Rami (casting director and cast member)
David Lemieux (cast member)
GIBFF in Partnership with Elevated Arts & Culture Collective, BLM Gary, and the United Afrikan Movement.
FREE TO THE PUBLIC
PRE FUNK ART EXPERIENCE
BLACK OUT PARTY
Gary International Black Film Festival, The FIRM - Gary Edition, and the Gary Southshore Railcats present:
The Pre-Funk Art Experience!
Don't miss out on the biggest Art event of the season! Gary International Black Film Festival in partnership with the FIRM-Gary Edition and Southshore Railcats presents: Pre-Funk Art Experience! This All Black, upscale affair will serve as the kickoff to the 12th Annual Gary International Film Festival. Enjoy a memorable evening of Art and Culture with some of the best people in the city and of the Art world.
DJ All Owt will be on the 1's and 2's all evening. Spoken word by: Terra Poetry N' Motion, Jon Phelps, Young Khan the Don and Humble B. Special surprise guests!
Light bites will be available along with a cash bar.
Come out and get your weekend started right with the Gary International Black Film Festival and the ladies of The FIRM-Gary Edition. This will be the beginning of what promises to be a memorable weekend of the Arts. Get your ticket now! Space is limited and you don't want to miss out on this celebration of the Arts in the city of Gary.
