"The Negro Artist" documentary showcased at Pulling Focus African American Film Festival


The documentary "The Negro Artist" is among the films showcased at the third annual Pulling Focus African American Film Festival of the Quad Cities.

 "The Negro Artist" follows Rainey's story as a spoken word poet with artistic roots in eastern Iowa. His poetry and community service efforts are bolstering the arts across the state of Iowa and the greater Midwest—a Black voice that demands to be heard amidst often-overlooked spaces. As we dive into Rainey's world, we see a profound exploration of race, identity, and the lived realities of systemic inequality. His work challenges us to confront uncomfortable truths and inspires us to envision a more equitable future. By sharing Rainey’s story, we hope to provide a window into the transformative potential of poetry and to affirm the significance of every voice in the ongoing quest for justice and understanding.
 
The Pulling Focus African American Film Festival of the Quad Cities runs June 5-8th. Visit https://www.pullingfocusfilmfestival.com/ for information.
 
To find out more about THE NEGRO ARTIST, visit https://www.thenegroartist.com/

Truth First Film Alliance, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that supports and encourages the production and exhibition of documentary films, and narrative films based on true stories, through public presentations and educational programs in the Quad Cities region. For more information, visit TruthFirstFilmAlliance.org.

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