THE BLACK CANDLE: A Kwanzaa Celebration by M.K. Asante, Jr. (71 min) 2008

2009 Winner, Best Documentary, Africa World Documentary Film Festival

“More than a film about a holiday, this is the celebration of a people.” ~ Maya Angelou

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The Black Candle uses Kwanzaa as a vehicle to explore and celebrate the African-American experience. Narrated by world renowned poet Maya Angelou and directed by award-winning author and filmmaker M.K. Asante, Jr., The Black Candle is about the struggle and triumph of the African-American family, community, and culture.

The first feature film on Kwanzaa, The Black Candle traces the holiday’s growth out of the Black Power Movement in the 1960s to its present-day reality as a global, pan-African holiday embraced by millions of celebrants.

“A Celebration of Family, Community and Culture.”

Kwanzaa is celebrated annually from December 26th to January 1st.

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ALSO FEATURING: Master Drummer Eddie Bruce!

Don’t miss the Live Drumming demonstration at 6:30 PM. Bring a drum and join in the fun before the movie!

THE HARDER THEY COME

by Director/Producer Parry Henzel (120 min) 1973

“Gritty, ground-breaking and graced with one of the greatest soundtracks of all time…”

Original Soundtrack by Jimmy Cliff, Desmond Dekker, Toots & the Maytals and others.

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“With a piece in his hand he takes on the man!”

One of the most popular films to come out of Jamaica, The Harder They Come was a triumph for the Jamaican culture and it gave an honest look at life within the ghettos. It also became a legendary cult film. Ivan (Jimmy Cliff) is a country boy looking for fame and fortune in the big city of Kingston, Jamaica. He has dreams of becoming a star in the new reggae scene. When Ivan gets to town, he finds out things wont be as easy as he expected.

Come out and enjoy some great Reggae Music before and during the show!

A Sing-a-Long, Pot Luck, Fund-Raising Event

Food, Fun & Fabulous Prizes!

Join us for our first annual pot luck dinner and fund-rasing raffle. Tickets: $5 each or 5 for $20. All proceeds will be used to continue the Free Film Series for the benefit of St John. Thanks for your continued support!

Bring a dish to share and a comfy chair…and get ready to Raffle!

As Always, the Film is Free!