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How a Police Encounter as a Young Child Shaped filmmaker Hawthorne James’ Life

zengernews - December 16, 2020

The Hawthorne James filmography is an impressive one. For more than 40 years, the Chicago native has earned a place on the big screen. However,...

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Jeff Friday: The Driving Force Behind American Black Film Festival

Britta Lee, Regional Content Editor - June 5, 2016

Jeff Friday: The Driving Force Behind American Black Film Festival By Mary L. Datcher-Arts and Entertainment Editor Over the last 20 years, the American Black…

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Robert Townsend Meets With Chicago Youth, ‘Man Up’ Mentorship Initiative

Editor - June 11, 2014

Actor Robert Townsend wasted no time during his visit to Chicago. The West Side native spent Thursday through Saturday meeting with youth to address the…

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