
Aug. 14, 2019 5:23 pm
In their own words: The filmmakers of Hidden Lives Illuminated talk about prison and their art
"These prison doors become revolving doors. Being in and out, in and out, in and out. That’s the message I was trying to get across," Jerome L. tells Generocity freelancer Shalon Bayliss.

Aug. 5, 2019 2:08 pm
Youth matters at BlackStar Film Festival: a Q&A with Tanya Jackson
Jackson: "Young people are making feature films and they’re really good. So every year, there’s a new expectation that even we get surprised by."

Aug. 1, 2019 4:00 pm
After three years of planning, Hidden Lives Illuminated is ready to premiere
The project's 20 short animated films — conceived, narrated, and animated by people incarcerated in PA correctional institutions — will be screened at Eastern State Penitentiary from Aug. 15 through Sept. 12.

Aug. 1, 2019 12:00 pm
Today, the BlackStar Film Festival returns to West Philly for its eighth annual event
With films from the likes of Questlove and Solange Knowles, and live conversations between luminaries Spike Lee and Tarana Burke, the festival is a must-attend Philly event.

Jul. 8, 2019 9:03 am
If you are a local filmmaker and need finishing funds, Scribe Video Center has your back
The organization awards up to $2500 paid directly to cover post-production services providers, and is open to producers and directors. But you'll need to hurry to apply — the deadline is July 15.

Mar. 8, 2019 11:10 am
Social justice film series No Mud, No Lotus asks you to be part of the dialogue
The films in the series from University of Pennsylvania-based nonprofit Slought prompt conversation about issues in Philadelphia and globally: "Film has the capacity to be radically inclusive."

Mar. 20, 2017 8:20 am
Join Girls on the Run for a film about screens ‘n teens
The nonprofit will screen "Screenagers," a documentary that explores the intersection of "probes into the vulnerable corners of family life" when internet addiction is at play.