African Diaspora
FilmScene highlights the work of African American filmmakers and films and artists of the African diaspora through year-round screenings and events curated in collaboration with members of the Iowa City community.
Upcoming Screenings
POETIC JUSTICE
1993 / USA / John Singleton
A lyrical summery love story of new beginnings from Oscar-nominated director John Singleton with an all star cast featuring Janet Jackson, Regina King, Tupac Shakur, and Joe Torry.
Previous Screenings
LINGUI, THE SACRED BONDS
2021 / Chad + / Mahamat-Saleh Haroun
Amina, a practicing Muslim, lives with her daughter, 15-year-old Maria. When Amina learns Maria is pregnant and wants to abort the child, they face an impossible situation in a country where abortion is legally and morally condemned.
