DBFF at the Movies
See you at the theater! We’re introducing a new series of monthly movies.
Each month, we’ll screen a different film — featuring some of the best in Black cinema — at Alamo Drafthouse in Denton and other local movie theaters in the DFW metroplex.
Join us for the laughter, the tears, the drama, the fright and everything in between! Check back here often for the latest additions to the schedule.
April Film Screenings
What: “Purple Rain”- Let’s pay homage to Prince on the day marking the 3rd year of his death. The film is celebrating its 35th anniversary.
When: April 21st (Sunday) at 5 pm
Where: Alamo Drafthouse – Denton
Thin Line Fest
Tickets are free but must be reserved at https://thinline.us/register/
April 13th (Sat.) 4pm Alamo Drafthouse- Denton and April 14th (Sun.) 1pm Alamo Drafthouse-Denton : “The World Before Your Feet” Trailer: https://youtu.be/-Xe4MT4YP8s
Dallas International Film Festival:
NEGRO TERROR: Documentary about a Punk Rock Band from Memphis.
| 4/15/19 | 10:30 PM | End Time: 11:10 PM | Magnolia 2 | Negro Terror ★ | DEEP ELLUM SOUNDS |
| 4/16/19 | 6:30 PM | End Time:7:40 PM | Magnolia 3 | Negro Terror ★ | DEEP ELLUM SOUNDS |
ALWAYS IN SEASON: Documentary- High on my list – A Mother’s Search for Justice – Asks disturbing question does lynching still exist in the US? Screened at Sundance – Can’t make it to Dallas for this one- it is also screening at Thin Line on 4/14 @5:30pm- Alamo Drafthouse- Denton
| 4/15/19 | 7:00 PM | End Time:8:29 AM | Magnolia 2 | Always in Season … | DOCUMENTARY FEATURE COMPETITION |
| 4/17/19 | 1:00 PM | End Time:2:30 PM | Magnolia 3 | Always in Season… | DOCUMENTARY FEATURE COMPETITION |
PREMATURE: At the top of my list- Want Drama- Romance-Coming of Age well this film has it all. Screened at Sundance this year and word is from friends who saw it there it is a good narrative film.
| 4/13/19 | 4:15 PM | End Time:5:44 PM | Magnolia 3 | Premature | NARRATIVE FEATURE COMPETITION |
| 4/14/19 | 5:30 PM | End Time:6:59 PM | Studio Movie Grill Royal Lane T2 | Premature | NARRATIVE FEATURE COMPETITION |
BRIAN BANKS: Drama – Based on the true story of Brian Banks – HS Football player wrongfully accused of a sex crime. Though it goes against the grain a bit of the #MeToo narrative it still captures something that does and can happen. Starring Aldis Hodge.
| 4/17/19 | 7:30 PM | End Time: 9:10 PM | Studio Movie Grill Royal Lane T2 | Brian Banks | PREMIERE SERIES |
EARTHX – Both films are part of a short film screening block with additional short films: See below how to obtain tickets for these screenings.
Saturday, April 21, 5:45 p.m. | Alamo Drafthouse-Cedars(Dallas) Saturday, April 27, 4:15 p.m. | African American Museum
Black Mambas – South Africa, 2018, 13 min.
The Black Mambas is an all-female anti-poaching unit based in the Kruger National Park in South Africa, where members are
tasked with the crucial job of saving their country’s threatened rhino population from extinction.
Saturday, April 20, 3:00p.m. | Alamo Drafthouse-Cedars(Dallas) Sunday , April 28, 2:45 p.m. | Women’s Museum
Brotherhood of Skiing – USA 2018, 11 min.
Documentary of black skiing going back to 1973. That year, the National Brotherhood of Skiers formed a way to bring black skiers together to ski, celebrate and build community. With its annual summits and thriving youth organizations, the NBS has grown into a well-loved ski establishment and engenders the next generation of followers.
EarthX
Below is a link to obtain tickets for DBFF EarthX screenings
BROTHERHOOD OF SKIING: https://prekindle.com/festivalfeature/id/97934110432703397
THE BLACK MAMBAS: https://prekindle.com/festivalfeature/id/97934110432702011
To successfully purchase a ticket, click on the link above and select your film. Then choose your preferred screening and click the add button. After click on view cart then check out. You will be directed to a page where you can enter your promo code. Attached is a screenshot of the page and a red arrow that informs you where to include your promo code.
What: The Roof & Martini Blu Spring Wine and Jazz Festival 2019, presented by Martini Blu
When: March 16, 2019 (noon to 10:30 p.m.) and March 17, 2019 (11 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.)
Where: 1 Hope Blvd, Galveston, TX 77554
Buy Tickets: https://www.instantseats.com/?fuseaction=buy.event&eventID=197B18AE-D001-645B-892E640EC659D168&fbclid=IwAR358CQnb7KxMgGE-AS0Z2Vppln5OsiCQCkHtUj74q_e_cR7W5RUg4qIdkY
What: Mother’s Day Jazz Festival in Dallas, presented by Martini Blu
Featuring: Maysa, Kirk Whalum, Marion Meadows, Kim Waters, Kayla Waters, Althea Rene, Richmond Punch, Lin Rountree, Natural Change and Andre Cavor! We needed a BIG PLACE to BRING THIS PARTY! AND WE FOUND IT! Come Celebrate Mother’s day Weekend with us in Dallas, Texas!
When: May 11 and 12, 2019
Where: Fair Park Band Shell, 1465 First Ave, Dallas, Texas 75210
Buy Tickets: https://www.instantseats.com/?fuseaction=home.venue&artistID=19001&venueID=511&fbclid=IwAR2U74WHfzbQnHRnI_jUrnro_vuLisho30l69p_RGnU_yn1gTzBlD2k7aNY