REWRITING THE SCRIPT: A Screening of Hollywood Shuffle

REWRITING THE SCRIPT: A Screening of Hollywood Shuffle

Join Black Film Club Collective for a special screening event celebrating Robert Townsend’s groundbreaking satire, Hollywood Shuffle! Prepare for an evening that's more than just a movie – it's a vibrant gathering to laugh, reflect, and imagine the future of Black cinema.

Released in 1987, Hollywood Shuffle remains a fiercely relevant and hilarious critique of the challenges Black actors face in the entertainment industry. Townsend's audacious debut fearlessly skewers the limited and often demeaning roles offered to Black performers, using sharp wit and imaginative dream sequences to expose the absurdity of typecasting and systemic barriers.

Here's what you can expect.

Event Details:

• Kick-Off Social Mixer & Live DJ (6:00 PM - 7:00PM): Doors open! Arrive, grab a glass of wine on us (while supplies last!), and mingle with fellow film enthusiasts. Our live DJ will be spinning tracks to set the perfect vibe as you connect and soak in the pre-screening energy.

• Featured Presentation: Hollywood Shuffle (7:15 PM - 8:37PM): Settle in for a screening of Robert Townsend's absolutely essential and hilarious satire. Experience the brilliance, the bravery, and the timeless message of this iconic film on the big screen alongside the Black Film Club community.
• Engaging Post-Screening Discussion (8:45PM - 9:30PM): Participate in a lively and insightful conversation about the film's historical context, its impact today, and the ongoing fight for authentic representation in Hollywood. Share your perspectives and hear from others in the Black Film Club community.
• Final Mingling & Wrap-Up (9:30 PM - 10:00 PM): Final Mingling & Wrap-Up: Continue the conversations, exchange contact info, and enjoy the last moments of this special gathering before we wrap up the evening.

Hollywood Shuffle challenges us to see beyond the stereotypes and to envision a world where Black stories are told with complexity, dignity, and truth. Let's gather, laugh, reflect, and rewrite the script—together.

Don't miss this unique opportunity to celebrate a cinematic gem and connect with the Black Film Club Chicago community. Get your tickets now!