Sat July 24, 2021 11:00 AM Black Identity Through Television Free Virtual | Live panel with Stephanie Allain, Steven Canals, Cierra Glaude, Little Marvin, and Patrik-Ian Polk. Moderated by Gil Robertson, President of the AAFCA.
ABOUT The American Cinematheque and the African American Film Critics Association are proud to present the second edition of our “Black Identity Through Media” virtual panel series, which includes Stephanie Allain, Steven Canals, Cierra Glaude, Little Marvin, and Patrik-Ian Polk in a discussion examining the diversity within Black identity through their distinguished careers in television. Moderator Gil Robertson, President of the AAFCA, continues the discussion from the first edition, turning the focus away from film and towards television. The 90-minute panel will examine the panelists’ work in TV in relation to core themes, such as racism, freedom and justice, and explore how their handling of these shared themes differ and reflect their own personal identities. Join us as we celebrate the diversity of Black perspectives, whether it’s through the U.S., the Black immigrant experience, or around the world, and explore the medium’s power to unearth our core humanity. In preparation for the panel, we encourage you to seek out and watch the following series: DEAR WHITE PEOPLE (Netflix) POSE (FX) P-VALLEY (Starz) QUEEN SUGAR (OWN) THEM (Amazon Prime)