"The Good Teacher" is a movie that delves into the daily struggles of educators in a low-income urban setting as they strive to deliver a high-quality education to their students. Dominique Daily, a rookie teacher, makes the tough decision to abandon his football aspirations following an injury to pursue a career in teaching math at Louis Jones High School.
Devin, a caring neighbor, is thrust into a harrowing situation when he begins to suspect that his neighbor, Ashley, may be experiencing abuse at the hands of her boyfriend. As he grapples with the weight of this troubling suspicion, Devin is confronted with a monumental decision: should he delve deeper into the possible abuse, risking potential consequences, or heed the advice to refrain from intervening in what could be a dangerous and volatile situation?
Donald (Thomas Mackie) decides to bring his new girlfriend Aria (Jaila Jalone Harper) home to meet his family. He soon realizes that his 'Welcome Home' surprise has been ruined due to their behavior during dinner.
A father of color embarks on a quest to better understand his child, who identifies as a transgender girl. As he educates himself on the challenges faced by the transgender community, he encounters criticism for his supportive parenting approach. Despite confronting opposition from both his own beliefs and societal norms, the father courageously strives to adapt and evolve in order to provide unwavering support to his daughter throughout her transition journey.
Adam is grappling with the devastating loss of yet another unarmed black individual, but he is taken aback when he discovers that his mother holds a contrasting perspective on the issue of police brutality towards unarmed people of color. As he navigates his conflicting emotions and beliefs, Adam is faced with the challenge of reconciling his personal experiences with his mother's divergent viewpoint on this critical social issue.
In "A Hopeless Father," we follow the poignant journey of a father who finds himself in a daunting position after his child's mother abruptly departs, leaving him to shoulder the responsibility of caring for their son. Witnessing this man navigate the tumultuous waters of single parenthood, we observe his relentless efforts to provide for and nurture his son amidst a backdrop of adversity.
"Intended Parents" is a short film that follows a Black millennial couple as they embark on a journey to grow their family through surrogacy. In a unique twist, one partner identifies as a transgender woman, adding layers of complexity to their quest for parenthood. The couple grapples with the challenges of challenging outdated norms and opinions from their circle of loved ones.
In a world where intersectionality reigns, four black gay men in their 30s embark on a journey of self-discovery, as they navigate the complexities of life, relationships, family, and career, all while confronting the daily challenges and prejudices that come with being black in our society.
Kindly be informed that this film is solely accessible for viewing at film festivals and has not been showcased or debuted anywhere else globally. Hence, all opportunities to watch this film are restricted to its current screenings at film festivals.