The Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Will Host a Special Screening of Remembering Momma in New York
Film Series Will Feature Works by Black Filmmakers during Black History Month
(Bronx, NY) To highlight the talent of up-and-coming Black filmmakers, the brothers of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Incorporated, Rho Psi Lambda Chapter (Bronx, NY) will host a series of films that showcase the visions, thoughts, and ideas of creative Black screenwriters, directors, and actors. These films will be shown during February and broadcast to an array of members of the National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC).
The film stars Meki Mac, Wes Lee, Amber Reign, and Semaj Cottle; supported by a strong ensemble cast that includes Kenisha Johnson, Tarik Garrett, Amy Christine, and Kimberly Raven. Niya Davis, Angel L. Henderson, Nathan Rothwell, and Tisa Key round out the cast.
In the film, Ladybug's identity begins to deteriorate due to early-onset Alzheimer's Disease; which has a profound effect on the middle-aged artist's life with her family.
The film received various awards and accolades, including an award for BEST SHORT FILM during the 2021 HAPA Awards in Los Angeles and a JURY AWARD for BEST SHORT FILM at the International Black and Diversity Film Festival in Toronto, Canada.
The film was also nominated as BEST SHORT FILM at the Summer in The South Film Festival and was a finalist in JARO Short Film Competition during the Peachtree Village International Film Festival, both in Atlanta.
Remembering Momma was an "Official Selection" and screened in the following film festivals:
- The 2021 HAPA Awards (Los Angeles, CA)
- The International Black & Diversity Film Festival (Toronto, Canada)
- The Cannes Independent Film Festival (Europe / Various)
- The Brazil International Film Festival (Brazil / Various)
- The Black Star International Film Festival (Accra, Ghana)
- The Black Cat Picture Show (Augusta, GA)
- The Summer In The South Film Festival (Atlanta, GA)
- The Asia Film Festival (Asia / Various)
- Peachtree Village International Film Festival (Atlanta, GA)
- Greece Film Awards (Europe / Various)
- The Liberty Film Awards (Online / Various)
We look forward to exposing our organizations, and those affiliated with us to the creativity of these screenwriters, actors, and directors. We look forward to the introduction of each feature film and/or short film by the creator of this original content.
We believe that the creation of such an event will create a platform for up-and-coming filmmakers to showcase their visual talents to an otherwise unaware audience. We hope that this annual partnership will help to foster an ongoing relationship highlighting the great talents of our Black filmmakers.
~ The brothers of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Incorporated, Rho Psi Lambda Chapter (Bronx, NY)
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