Robinson Film Center, in partnership with Mahogani Media, proudly presents the 2024 CineNoir: Black Voices in Film series, Presented by The Centenary Film Society. The series, which will run from February 23^rd to the 29^th, will showcase and celebrate the rich and diverse tapestry of Black culture through film during Black History Month. The weeklong event will feature a curated selection of locally and regionally made independent features, documentaries, and short films, along with studio released features. Screenings will include intros, panel discussions, and Q&As.

“I am so excited to be partnering with Robinson Film Center to showcase Black voices in the art of filmmaking. Though film is a global medium, we wanted to focus on the artists in our own community, and there’s no place better to spotlight regional filmmakers and Black cinema than our one and only indie film center,” said Kristi Woodard, Owner and Operator of Mahogani Media. “We are thrilled to be partnering together to shine a spotlight on Black voices in film across the African diaspora, including those from our own backyard.”

The lineup includes local award-winning short films such as Shreveport Son and Rising Dawn, as well as feature films such as Bamboozled, The Forty-Year-Old Version, and Glory, with discussions surrounding the cultural importance of these stories.

"We’re honored to bring this series to RFC,” said Wendell Riley, Executive Director of Robinson Film Center. “We have so many amazing Black filmmakers in our community, and this is an opportunity for us to let them show these projects in their hometown, some for the first time.”  RFC plans to make CineNoir an annual series, as community support has been overwhelmingly positive. Sponsorship opportunities are still available, and tickets are on sale now at https://robinsonfilmcenter.org/#/cinenoir/.

For media or sponsorship opportunities, contact Wendell Riley at wendellr@robinsonfilmcenter.org.