Film

In 1759, the Diamond sailed to unspecified ports in the Americas, Jamaica, Panama, Colombia, and more unspecified destinations in what was then known as the Spanish Caribbean, embarking and disembarking human cargo as part of the slave trade. The Diamond serves as an entry point into a discussion of the movement of Africans and African-descended captives to the Pacific Ocean and Caribbean Sea-bordered regions, the ocean memory of those human cargo lost to the voyages through the Americas, and how that loss reverberates into the present.

Stream films on Kanopy or Hoopla, both on-demand streaming film services. They both have an extensive library of African American cinema and documentaries that are free with your Los Angeles City or Los Angeles County library card.

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This public event brings three historians of slavery together—one focused on the importance of slavery to colonial empires, one focused on captive experiences and health in the slave trade, and one focused on the introduction of African maritime culture into the Americas—to wrestle with the question: What actually happened in 1619?

In 1759, the Diamond sailed to unspecified ports in the Americas, Jamaica, Panama, Colombia, and more unspecified destinations in what was then known as the Spanish Caribbean, embarking and disembarking human cargo as part of the slave trade. The Diamond serves as an entry point into a discussion of the movement of Africans and African-descended captives to the Pacific Ocean and Caribbean Sea-bordered regions, the ocean memory of those human cargo lost to the voyages through the Americas, and how that loss reverberates into the present.

Stream films on Kanopy or Hoopla, both on-demand streaming film services. They both have an extensive library of African American cinema and documentaries that are free with your Los Angeles City or Los Angeles County library card.

kanopy.com/en/category/40898?frontend=kui

 hoopladigital.com

The Afternoon Animation Association on Saturdays from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. is your go-to animated entertainment for an epic weekend getaway from the ordinary! Every Saturday afternoon, join a dynamic group of animated heroes, each with their own unique powers and quirks, as they embark on thrilling quests, solve mysteries, and dive into epic, colorful worlds. From hilarious hijinks to heart-pounding action, this series serves up endless fun for kids and families alike. With creative animation and unforgettable characters, The Afternoon Animation Association brings together a variety of genres—from Animanics to Superheros and beyond—creating the perfect blend of excitement and nostalgia. So, grab your popcorn, kick back, and let the adventures begin!

NewFilmmakers Los Angeles (NFMLA) hosts its March Monthly Film Festival and annual InFocus: Female Cinema program, celebrates up-and-coming female talent in front of and behind the camera with this month’s InFocus: Female Cinema across two shorts programs and the Los Angeles premiere of Varda Bar-Kar’s documentary Janis Ian: Breaking Silence. This program premiers Saturday, March 22, 2025, 2:00 to 10:00 p.m. at the South Park Center.

To view InFocus: Female Cinema schedule, film guide, and to purchase tickets visit the following link https://nfmlamarch2025.eventive.org/welcome.

For any questions regarding tickets, please email us at info@nfmla.org. For any accessibility needs, please send a request to info@nfmla.org at least 72 hours prior to the event

Parking is available at 1133 S Olive St, Los Angeles, CA 90015. Parking is $10.

This public event brings three historians of slavery together—one focused on the importance of slavery to colonial empires, one focused on captive experiences and health in the slave trade, and one focused on the introduction of African maritime culture into the Americas—to wrestle with the question: What actually happened in 1619?

In 1759, the Diamond sailed to unspecified ports in the Americas, Jamaica, Panama, Colombia, and more unspecified destinations in what was then known as the Spanish Caribbean, embarking and disembarking human cargo as part of the slave trade. The Diamond serves as an entry point into a discussion of the movement of Africans and African-descended captives to the Pacific Ocean and Caribbean Sea-bordered regions, the ocean memory of those human cargo lost to the voyages through the Americas, and how that loss reverberates into the present.

Stream films on Kanopy or Hoopla, both on-demand streaming film services. They both have an extensive library of African American cinema and documentaries that are free with your Los Angeles City or Los Angeles County library card.

kanopy.com/en/category/40898?frontend=kui

 hoopladigital.com