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Encore Presentation 60th Anniversary March on Selma
Join us for the 25th AAWIC Film Festival Encore Presentation honoring the 60th Anniversary of Bloody Sunday and the Selma March. This special commemorative event will take place at the historic Mother Zion AME Church, located at 140-6 W. 137th Street in Harlem, New York. Presented by the African American Women In Cinema organization, and Sponsored by A & E Global Media, the evening will pay tribute to a pivotal moment in civil rights history through the power of film and reflection.
Admission is complimentary, and all are welcome to attend this inspiring and meaningful celebration of justice, resilience, and legacy.
AAWIC Special Screening NUL
National Urban League Virtual Conference
African American Women In Cinema (AAWIC) is proud to announce its participation in the upcoming National Urban League Virtual Conference on Monday, July 15, 2025 at 3:00pm (EST.). As part of this special virtual segment, AAWIC will be showcasing a powerful selection of films made by women of color, celebrating diverse voices and stories that inspire, inform, and uplift.
This important event is free to attend and open to all. Don’t miss this opportunity to experience dynamic storytelling and engage with a community committed to empowerment and equity in the arts.
To attend, please register at: https://nulconference.vfairs.com/en/registration-form
American Warrior
African American Women In Cinema (AAWIC) is pleased to announce a special screening of the powerful and inspiring feature film, American Warrior. The screening will take place on Wednesday, July 23, 2025, from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM at Comedy In Harlem, located at 750A St. Nicholas Avenue, New York, NY 10031.
American Warrior tells the story of an Indian-American immigrant and amateur MMA fighter who, fresh out of jail, is struggling to rebuild his life. During an unexpected encounter at a convenience store, he intervenes in an attempted robbery and is suddenly thrust into the limelight as a local hero. Entered into a local MMA tournament, he must confront his past, dig deep within himself, and fight for redemption in order to move forward and become a better man.
The film stars Danny Trejo, Veronica Falcón, Vishy Ayyar, Taylor Treadwell, and Omi Vaidya.
Admission is $15.00, and there is an $18.00 food and drink minimum at the venue.
Question and Answer segment with Star Vishy Ayyar.
This is a unique and moving cinematic experience you won’t want to miss. For tickets, click on the link below.
Purchase your ticket today!