BY SOPHIA ABRAHAM-RAVESON Representing the cinéSPEAK Journal, I had the opportunity to attend the Philadelphia Asian American Film Festival (PAAFF) opening night screening of Above and Below the Ground and Taking Root: Southeast Asian Stories of Resettlement in Philadelphia. As Managing Editor, it feels important for...
BY IREASHIA BENNETT The cinéSPEAK Journal publishes a monthly Philadelphia Artist Spotlight highlighting local filmmakers and moving image artists doing unique and impactful work. The behind-the-scenes (BTS) photography of a film gives us a peek behind the veil of the filmmaking process. The fourth wall is broken...
With the upcoming Philadelphia municipal elections on November 7, 2023, local artists and creatives reflect on their hopes for the arts and culture sector in the city....
BY SOPHIA ABRAHAM-RAVESON Please refer to the official websites for events to ensure that you have the most up-to-date information about ticketing, reservations, delays, re-scheduling, cancellations, and other guest policies for venues, including relevant COVID-19 requirements. Inclusion in the Philadelphia Monthly Arts Round-Up does not signify...
BY ANDRE CHERRY The Philadelphia Asian American Film Festival (PAAFF) is set to return for its 16th year from November 2-12, 2023. PAAFF is the third largest film festival in the United States that showcases Asian and Pacific Islander diaspora filmmakers. Its mission strives to propel...
Taller Puertorriqueño on the eve of its 50th anniversary as an oasis of culture for the Puertorican and Hispanic/Latinx community through supporting Latinx expressions....
Artists and nonprofits are urging the city government to help an underfunded arts industry. Some in power may even agree....
BY IREASHIA BENNETT The cinéSPEAK Journal publishes a monthly Philadelphia Artist Spotlight highlighting local filmmakers and moving image artists doing unique and impactful work. With a commitment to pushing artistic boundaries, Les Rivera has created captivating narratives in the form of short narrative films and documentaries. He...
BY RASHEED Z. AJAMU On Friday, October 20th, PhillyCAM’s People Powered Media (PPM) Fest will commence its third annual celebration of community media creators. PhillyCAM members and the public will come together for engaging conversations, insightful learning opportunities, and enjoyable experiences. PhillyCAM Executive Director Gretjen Clausing is...
BY SOPHIA ABRAHAM-RAVESON Please refer to the official websites for events to ensure that you have the most up-to-date information about ticketing, reservations, delays, re-scheduling, cancellations, and other guest policies for venues, including relevant COVID-19 requirements. In this first full month of fall, the city’s film event...