2023 Denton Black Film Festival

Box of Chocolates- You Never Know What You'll Get: "Being X in America", "Bienvenidos a Los Angeles", "Mystery Man", "New Chick", "The Unwritten Rule", " What's the Mark?", "Yogurt Raisin", and The Mecca

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8 films in package
Being X in America
Ahmad (Arab American) tries to help Chris (African American) in solving a complex equation of being in America.
Bienvenidos a Los Angeles
Inspired by true events and shot on location at LAX airport, "Bienvenidos a Los Angeles" tells the timely story of Imani, a Nigerian single-mother living in Los Angeles, who offers to help a perfect stranger reunite with her son. In doing so, Imani learns this simple act of kindness threatens to jeopardize her own path to citizenship.
Mystery Man
When Al & L.A. meet for their weekly lunch date, they expect nothing out of the ordinary. After eating, the pair talk about what's new in their lives, as they walk the streets of downtown Frisco. Eventually, while the two are seated and in deep conversation, they notice a "mystery man" whom they know nothing about, but can't help but feel that their lives may change in that moment.
New Chick
An ominous poetry performance reveals an underlying message.
The Unwritten Rule
The Unwritten Rule is a film about a black teacher who fatally stops a white school shooter only to be charged by the state of Missouri for manslaughter.
What's the Mark?
Through the lens of an actress unintentionally involved in a controversial commercial, What's the mark explores the power of media and advertisements in influencing public opinion and the perpetuation of stereotypes and its effects.
Yogurt Raisin
Surrounded by various cultures rather than his own, Daryl is a collective Black male who sees things as they are. When his White, yet urban best friend Jacob, decides to tie the knot with his beloved sister, secret animosity becomes the theme of the night as their group of friends gather to celebrate Jacob's last night of freedom.
The Mecca
The Mecca is a short film presented by The Village , a preservation of culture through photography and cinematography that aims to educate , preserve, contextualize and represent for the underserved and underrepresented community of Oak Cliff Texas
This virtual screening is eligible for audience awards! Voting ends on Saturday, February 5th at 10am Central. Unlock it to cast your vote. Number system- Use 5 for the Best and then down to 1.

When Al & L.A. meet for their weekly lunch date, they expect nothing out of the ordinary. After eating, the pair talk about what's new in their lives, as they walk the streets of downtown Frisco. Eventually, while the two are seated and in deep conversation, they notice a "mystery man" whom they know nothing about, but can't help but feel that their lives may change in that moment.

  • Year
    2022
  • Runtime
    0:06:15
  • Language
    American Sign Language, English
  • Country
    United States
  • Premiere
    North Texas
  • Note
    Website: https://mewproductions.org/
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  • Director
    L.A., Jean Cruz
  • Screenwriter
    L.A., Al Williams, Jean Cruz
  • Producer
    L.A., Al Williams, Jean Cruz
  • Cast
    Michael "GQ" Sanders, Kevaun McCall, Victoria Ariza
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