Reel Sisters will showcase 25+ films produced, directed and written by women of color.
Founded in 1997, Reel Sisters is the first Brooklyn-based film festival to provide opportunities for women of color in the film industry.
Reel Sisters is focused on presenting stories that evoke the full spectrum of human emotions. Reel Sisters loyalists attend the festival because their imaginations are fed.
From Candace Mae Williamson’s short documentary “Boil That Cabbage” capturing a young woman’s journey to learning the banjo’s rich heritage to “Headbang,” a short film exploring the complex power of the hijab, and how a simple piece of cloth embodies both what the wearer imbues it with and what society projects onto to it, Reel Sisters presents films that enrich our lives.
Rooted in the storytelling tradition, we are committed to presenting provocative films by women of color.
About the Artist: Reel Sisters
Founded in 1997 by African Voices magazine, Reel Sisters is the first Oscar qualifying film festival devoted to women filmmakers. African Voices’ mission is to change the world one story at a time by providing a nurturing space for audiences to enjoy art, literature and film. Reel Sisters screens 45+ films by women of color from across the globe. For info visit www.reelsisters.org.
African Voices
In 2027, African Voices will celebrate 35 years in supporting art, literature and film by artists of color. AV serves 5,000 NYC residents through the following programs: African Voices literary magazine; Reel Sisters of the Diaspora Film Festival & Lecture Series, the nation’s first Oscar qualifying festival devoted to women of color; and AV Readings, Workshops & Performance Series that offers literary readings, art exhibitions and professional forums. Spelman College is archiving the organization’s arts collection for future generations. For information visit www.africanvoices.com.