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Johanna Makabi’s “Grace” Selected for BronzeLens

Film, Panel

Tara Theater
2345 Cheshire Bridge Rd NE
Atlanta, GA, 30324

August 21 at 3:25pm & August 23 at 5pm

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As part of the BronzeLens Film Festival, watch French filmmaker and Villa Albertine resident Johanna Makabi’s short film “Grace,” and join an engaging panel discussion on Black storytelling around the world with Makabi, and noted directors Julie Dash and Charles Uwagbai.

Screening

On Wednesday, August 21, 2024, Grace will be screened at the Tara Theater, as part of the Short 2 + Student 2 section of the festival, which will run from 3:25-4:51pm. Tickets for this section are available for $10.

Grace by Johanna Makabi / France / 2022 / 14mins / Drama / French

SYNOPSIS: Eight-year-old Grace hates her neighborhood, and she hates cheerleading. One day, she decides to join her father in space.

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Conversation

Vision & Voice: Storytelling Across the Diaspora

This panel delves into the rich tapestry of Black storytelling across the globe. Join renowned American filmmaker Julie Dash, rising French filmmaker Johanna Makabi, and Canadian director Charles Uwagbai as they share their unique perspectives on crafting authentic narratives that resonate with diverse audiences. From overcoming challenges to celebrating triumphs, this conversation explores the power of cinema to connect cultures.

This conversation will take place at the Tara Theater on Friday, August 23, 2024 at 5pm. Tickets to this conversation are available for $25.

Festival and day passes are also available.

The BronzeLens Film Festival of Atlanta, Georgia is a non-profit organization, founded in 2009, that is dedicated to bringing national and worldwide attention to Atlanta as a center for film and film production for people of color. The mission of the BronzeLens Film Festival of Atlanta, Georgia is twofold: to promote Atlanta as the new film mecca for people of color; and to showcase films and provide networking opportunities that will develop the next generation of filmmakers. BronzeLens Film Festival is an Academy Awards® Qualifying Festival for the Short Film Awards. Learn more about the 15th Annual BronzeLens Film Festival.

Learn more about the filmmakers below!

Johanna Makabi


Filmmaker (France)

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Julie Dash


Filmmaker (US)

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Charles Uwagbai


Filmmaker (Canada)

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