Name: Classic Black Cinema Series: "Cane River"
Start: 2026-02-08T14:00:00-05:00
End: 2026-02-08
Location: Harvey B. Gantt Center for African-American Arts + Culture

Classic Black Cinema Series: "Cane River"

Founded in 1974 and named for Charlotte civic leader and former mayor Harvey Bernard Gantt, the Gantt Center’s mission is to present, preserve and celebrate excellence in the art, history and culture of African-Americans and those of African descent. Designed by reknowned architech Philip Freelon, co-designer of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture in our nation's capital, the Gantt Center features fine art exhibits from around the world, culture programs & events, and digital art technology. Visit ganttcenter.org for more information.

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Enjoy viewing "Cane River," an acclaimed independent classic Black film,  in a beautiful museum setting. A must-watch for film enthusiasts!

Harvey B. Gantt Center for African-American Arts + Culture

A milestone in independent Black cinema, Horace B. Jenkins’ Cane River is a luminous, heartfelt love story that highlights the beauty and tension of Black life in the American South. Set amidst love, tradition, and deep-rooted class divides, the film offers an intimate look at identity, unity, and belonging.Emotionally compelling and sincere, Cane River is a powerful tribute to Black love. Writer/director Jenkins created an engaging story that stands as a testament to cultural legacy and self-discovery.Don’t miss your chance to revisit or discover this classic 1982 film in a vibrant and culturally rich setting! Tap/click <a href="https://www.ganttcenter.org/visit-the-gantt/directions/" title="https://www.ganttcenter.org/visit-the-gantt/directions/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">here</a> for directions and parking.

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