Celebrate Juneteenth with a powerful virtual screening event featuring Episode 1 and Episode 2 of the award-winning docuseries Sankofa Chicago, along with an exclusive first look at the upcoming short film, The Sankofa Experiment.
This special event begins June 19 at 5:00 PM CT with a live premiere, followed by a Q&A panel discussing all three films, moderated by Kevin Ross of Two Guard Media Group, and featuring Director Vanessa Wright and cast members from each episode.
Sankofa Chicago examines the overlooked contributions of Black and Brown communities in American history and the pressing need for truth, representation, and healing. The Sankofa Experiment brings families together across generations to confront race, identity, and privilege in bold new ways.
This screening is Pay What You Can, with a $0 minimum to keep it accessible to all.
If you're watching with friends or family, or believe in this work, please consider contributing $5–$10 (or more) to help support the filmmaker and future screenings.
The Sankofa Experiment" delves into race, discrimination, and unfairness through the storytelling of 10 diverse American families. Spanning 2 to 3 generations, the documentary explores how each family navigates these issues, highlighting differences, similarities, and the role of storytelling in teaching values. Through reflective discussions, the film fosters a deeper understanding of racial issues and offers potential solutions for change, inspiring meaningful conversations toward equality."
- Year2025
- Runtime1 min
- LanguageEnglish
- CountryUnited States
- RatingPG
- GenreDocumentary
- Subtitle LanguageEnglish
- SponsorIllinois Arts Council, Department of cultural affairs and special events, Columbia College Chicago
- DirectorVanessa Wright
- ProducerVanessa Wright
- Co-ProducerKevin Ross
- CinematographerBrian Schodorf
- EditorCharlie L
Celebrate Juneteenth with a powerful virtual screening event featuring Episode 1 and Episode 2 of the award-winning docuseries Sankofa Chicago, along with an exclusive first look at the upcoming short film, The Sankofa Experiment.
This special event begins June 19 at 5:00 PM CT with a live premiere, followed by a Q&A panel discussing all three films, moderated by Kevin Ross of Two Guard Media Group, and featuring Director Vanessa Wright and cast members from each episode.
Sankofa Chicago examines the overlooked contributions of Black and Brown communities in American history and the pressing need for truth, representation, and healing. The Sankofa Experiment brings families together across generations to confront race, identity, and privilege in bold new ways.
This screening is Pay What You Can, with a $0 minimum to keep it accessible to all.
If you're watching with friends or family, or believe in this work, please consider contributing $5–$10 (or more) to help support the filmmaker and future screenings.
The Sankofa Experiment" delves into race, discrimination, and unfairness through the storytelling of 10 diverse American families. Spanning 2 to 3 generations, the documentary explores how each family navigates these issues, highlighting differences, similarities, and the role of storytelling in teaching values. Through reflective discussions, the film fosters a deeper understanding of racial issues and offers potential solutions for change, inspiring meaningful conversations toward equality."
- Year2025
- Runtime1 min
- LanguageEnglish
- CountryUnited States
- RatingPG
- GenreDocumentary
- Subtitle LanguageEnglish
- SponsorIllinois Arts Council, Department of cultural affairs and special events, Columbia College Chicago
- DirectorVanessa Wright
- ProducerVanessa Wright
- Co-ProducerKevin Ross
- CinematographerBrian Schodorf
- EditorCharlie L