Black Queer Movie Night VI

 
 

MAY 9 / 7:00PM - 10:00PM / WEEKEND 2

BLACK QUEER MOVIE NIGHT VI: Shorts That Speak Volumes

PROGRAMMED BY B. WILSON / SCREENING + Q&A WITH THE ARTISTS

LOCATION: PF MAIN GALLERY 144

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Black Queer Movie Night is a DIY bi-monthly social gathering for Black Queer people in the Twin Cities metro area curated by B. Wilson / brilyahnt peace. Founded in June 2024, it was born out of a desire to celebrate Black Queer life while strengthening and fostering community through film and discussion.

For the 6th edition of Black Queer Movie Night, we partnered with Open Screen: The Forum to showcase three films by local filmmakers that highlight the richness and diversity of Black Queer creativity in the Twin Cities.

The lineup includes a comedy special reflecting on growing up in North Minneapolis and honoring ancestors, alongside a silent experimental film exploring self-love and a futuristic exploration of life for young street-dwelling men in Minneapolis during the growing climate crisis. Short discussions and a Q&A with available filmmakers will follow each film.

While Black Queer Movie Nights are typically for Black and queer individuals exclusively, all are welcomed to attend and participate in this special edition.

1320 ‘Girlfriend’s House’: Ashli Henderson 

Love is like… : Ibimina Dominique Thompson

h080.5: Rumay 

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B. Wilson
B. Wilson

B. Wilson, alternatively known as brilyahnt Peace, is an interdisciplinary artist, educator, and community organizer whose work explores the intersections of identity, storytelling, and social justice. With a background in curation, education and equity-driven leadership, they use art as a medium for liberation, healing, and cultural preservation. Their practice spans curating events, writing, performance, and multimedia projects that center Black and brown experiences, disability justice, and LGBTQIA+ narratives.

ASHLI HENDERSON
ASHLI HENDERSON

Ashli Henderson was born and raised in Minneapolis, MN, and is renowned for her talent in delivering raw, authentic comedy that can effortlessly roast a crowd. Her journey into stand-up comedy began in 2016, inspired by her natural ability to be funny with friends and family. Ashli has been featured multiple times on platforms like The Shade Room, World Star Hip Hop, and various social media channels, including TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter.

She has hosted and performed alongside notable acts such as Just Neesh, Bill Bellamy, Chris Tucker, WatchJazzy, B. Simone, DC Youngfly, Tyler Craig, Kenny Howell, Henry Welch, and many others. Ashli's comedy often explores her experiences as a single mother, her identity within the LGBTQ+ community, and her family life. Her high energy, unique style, and versatility have made her one of the most cherished comedians in the country.

RUMAY
RUMAY

Rumay is a visual artist that has been drawn to the art of storytelling that blends the real with what could be. Born and raised all over the country and world, he draws inspiration from all the walks of life he’s traveled through.

IBIMINA DOMINIQUE THOMPSON
IBIMINA DOMINIQUE THOMPSON

Ibimina Dominique Thompson is a multi-hyphenate artist based in the Midwest and New York. She creates work that centers Black transness and looks to remove a fictional veil of Maya created by whiteness on art. They were recently recognized among “Theater workers to watch” by American Theater magazine.

 
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