GCUFF Screening: Shorts Program 5

13116 Shaker Square,Cleveland OH 44120

12 September, 2021

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Shorts 5 All Boys Aren't Blue Bernard David Jones, Dyllon Burnside, Thomas Hobson, along with Jenifer Lewis bring Johnson's words to life in this dramatic reading of his book, All Boys Aren't Blue. Each of the characters represent Johnson at different stages of life. A firsthand account of trials, tribulations and triumphs that have made George M. Johnson into the person he is today. Nathan Hale Williams Al-Sit In a cotton-farming village in Sudan, 15-year-old Nafisa has a crush on Babiker. But her parents have arranged her marriage to Nadir, a young Sudanese businessman living abroad. Nafisa's grandmother, Al-Sit – the powerful village matriarch, has her own plans for Nafisa's future. Will Nafisa choose for herself? Suzannah Mirghani Black Girl vs. Ambiguous When a very determined brown-skinned girl gets thrown into an ongoing cycle of ambiguous acting auditions, she vows to challenge the systemic stereotypes of the entertainment world. Okema Gunn FEAR A thought-jerking drama about the deadly effects of being fearful. John only wants the comfort and peace of his own space. Unfortunately, his busy neighbor, seven-year-old Danny, won't let him have things his way. Sosiessia Nixon Ice Cream & Doughnuts During a trip to the seaside amusements, Robbie and Emily imagine their future lives together. However, one conversation leads them to realize that they may not be on the same path after all. Reece Lipman Click here to subscribe to our text messages. The Greater Cleveland Urban Film Festival (GCUFF) Highlights regional, national, and international urban culture and provides a platform for talented independent filmmakers, screenwriters, and actors. GCUFF was established in 2012 and is dedicated to increasing awareness and dialog around important issues and stories from within our community, while encouraging and inspiring Students and individuals interested in pursuing a career in the film industry. We offer 9 days of film screenings, panel discussions, workshops, and community engagement opportunities.