Funeral of a Nation: A Musical Essay / Watch and Discuss

1739 N Street Northwest,Washington DC 20036

01 April, 2021

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Small group, drinks & hors d'oeuvres, film + discussion with director Keith L. Nixon. In memory of who we were, a tribute to who we will be. In memory of who we were, a tribute to who we will be. In honor of those before us, a call to those after us. You are because of who was, where past meets present, a future is born. Funeral of a Nation will ensure the Birth of Another. This new 30 minute lyrical film is followed by a discussion with director Keith L. Nixon. A chance to meet up again to share ideas and optimism. Pandemic precautions, distancing and courtesies will be in place. Seating limited to 18. Keith Nixon Jr.’s passion thrives on directing visual narratives spanning the spectrum of Black identity, giving particular focus to familial dynamics. Having a life-long exposure to visual media has inspired Nixon Jr.’s commitment to storytelling. The Surry, Virginia native followed in the footsteps of his father, who was a videographer, and his mother who was a thespian. Recalling memories, Nixon says, “My childhood was shaped by what I consumed visually. It is no coincidence that I have become enamored with the cinematic arts. Everything is cyclical.” Keith made a deeper academic commitment to his craft by attending college, Howard University, where he studied film as an MFA student.. In 2019, Keith Nixon Jr. entered BET’s Blackhouse Foundation Fellowship Program (in conjunction with Sundance Film Festival ), which helped the rising filmmaker network amongst like-minded Black creatives and executives in the entertainment industry.