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Fort Worth Film Club - February Signature Screening - Watermelon Man
🎥 Join us for a Special Screening of Melvin van Peebles' "Watermelon Man"! 🎬🍿
📅 Date: Wednesday, February 28th
🕖 Time: Doors at 6:30 PM, Pre-show at 7:00, Movie at 7:30 PM
📍 Location: Stage West Theatre
We're thrilled to invite you to a thought-provoking film screening of "Watermelon Man," directed by the legendary Melvin van Peebles. This groundbreaking film explores themes of identity, race, and societal perceptions in a truly engaging and impactful way.
But wait, there's more! We're honored to host special guests Marcellis Perkins and Dr. Frederick Gooding Jr. from Texas Christian University, who will join us for an enlightening discussion following the screening.
🌟 About Marcellis Perkins: Marcellis Perkins is a Doctoral Student in Higher Education and a Graduate Research Assistant for the TCU Race & Reconciliation Initiative.
🌟 About Dr. Frederick Gooding Jr.: Dr. Frederick Gooding Jr. is an esteemed scholar and author, specializing in African American studies and media representation. He has written several insightful books, including:
"You Mean, There's RACE in My Movie?: The Complete Guide to Understanding Race in Mainstream Hollywood"
"Black Oscars: From Mammy to Minny, What the Academy Awards Tell Us about African Americans"
Don't miss this incredible opportunity to watch "Watermelon Man" and engage in a meaningful dialogue with our esteemed guests. Mark your calendars and spread the word!
Admission is free, but donations are appreciated to support our non-profit organization's mission. See you there! 🎉🎥 #WatermelonMan #FilmScreening #SocialJustice #CommunityEvent
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