PRIDE PICS: SATURDAY SHORTS

98 Southwest Naito Parkway,Portland OR 97204

18 June, 2022

Description

SATURDAY SHORTS: PURE A closeted young Black woman struggles with her internal contradictions on the eve of her cotillion ball. Written and Directed by Natalie Jasmine Harris (12 mins) FOR LOVE Illegal immigrant, Nkechi, lives happily in the shadows with her partner Martha, but when immigration officers turn up unexpectedly, they have to make difficult decisions about their future together. Written and Directed by Joy Gharoro-Akpojotor (13 mins) 1955 In "1955", award-winning opera singer Onry honors the legacy of Emmett Till, an African American teenager whose murder catalyzed the civil rights movement. Directed by Martin Melnick. (7 mins) THE GLORIOUS ONES Several generations of queer, lesbian, Black women, and non-binary folk share their glorious moments. An uplifting and important social history documentary exploring and celebrating these unheard stories. Self authored by Director Somina Fombo. (23 mins) RESIST: THE RESISTANCE REVIVAL CHORUS In the midst of a country divided, a diverse group of women, LGBTQ+, and non-binary individuals unite through the historic power of music to create a movement ignited by song. Directed by Susan O'Brien (19 mins) (1 hour, 15 minutes) Saturday, June 18th / Doors Open at 8:00 PM Tom McCall Waterfront Park / SW Naito Pkwy & SW Harvey Milk St