CineNoir: Black Voices in Film
January 31 - February 5
Sponsored by Centenary Film Society
Robinson Film Center, in partnership with Mahogani Media, proudly presents the 2025 CineNoir: Black Voices in Film series. The series will showcase and celebrate the rich and diverse tapestry of black culture through film during Black History Month. The weeklong event will feature studio released films, along with local and regionally made independent features, documentaries, and short films.
The Shreveport-Bossier region is home to a majority African American population, along with representation from many other corners of the African diaspora. This diverse group provides an abundance of economic, social, and cultural wealth to our communities. The direct and indirect influence of black and brown culture can be felt through so many dimensions of life in Louisiana, including food, music, dance, literature, and film. CineNoir is for cinephiles and casual movie-goers alike from all walks of life, and it will offer meaningful discourse on the art of filmmaking while showcasing the rich creative breadth of black cinema.
This series will showcase two major types of films. Our local black filmmakers will curate a selection of the movies that inspired them and provide insight into their cultural and personal importance. They will also showcase their own work, through feature films, documentaries, and shorts. This series will not only help our community celebrate Black History Month, but it will also further Robinson Film Center’s mission to Educate, Enrich, and Entertain the region through film.
Black Filmmaker Symposium for Young Creatives
2 p.m. Feb 1
Hear from a panel of black filmmakers from different countries about what it means to represent the African diaspora. Filmmakers will discuss their journey in the film industry and their experience as black creatives. Light bites and refreshments will be provided.
The event will take place in RFC’s 2nd floor Event Space. Registration is free, but space is limited. You must reserve a ticket to attend.
SANSKARA
5 p.m. Feb 1
Directed by Christopher Anthony Din Chong
In Port-of-Spain, where the Black Rose crime family controls most nefarious and deviant activities in the city, a young boy longs for a normal life and a loving family. After being adopted into the household of a ruthless man and his unstable wife, he quickly learns that they are on a revenge killing spree against the powerful crime family and his new home is not as normal as he hoped. Thriller, 2016, 1 hr 34 min., NR.
The screening will be in Theater 2, RFC’s 45-seat capacity theater followed by a Q&A and discussion led by Kristi Woodard and Wendell Riley.
HE ONLY FELL
7:30 p.m. Feb 1
Written & Directed by Designer Tasha
A working woman (Shana) currently resides in Nigeria while rediscovering herself through styling & poetry. Two best friends (Akin & Ayo) are at odds with each other due to Akin's taste in women. Somehow, things work out, or not! Romance/Comedy, 2022, 1 hr 42 min., PG.
The screening will be in Theater 2, RFC’s 45-seat capacity theater followed by a Q&A and discussion led by Kristi Woodard and Wendell Riley.
CineNoir SHORTS
5 p.m. Feb 2
Featuring a selection of shorts from local filmmakers.
The screening will be in Theater 1, RFC’s 124-seat capacity theater followed by a Q&A and discussion led by Kristi Woodard and Wendell Riley.
BAMBER BRIDGE
Directed by Mark D. Bonner, Drama, PG-13
BLACK BUTTERFLY
Directed by Shelia M. Goss & Larry Brantley Jr., Thriller, R
THE CANDY LADY
Directed by Monique Derouselle, Comedy, PG-13
NAVY’S GARDEN
Directed by Colby Johnson, Fantasy, PG
SACRILEGIOUS: THE GOSPEL OF CHARD
Directed by Medusa Jielle, Documentary, PG-13
SNAPPED
Directed by Darshell Sanderfer, Drama, PG
WHAT ALICE FOUND THERE
Directed by Tracey Reneé, Drama, PG-13
THE BOOK OF ELI
7 p.m. Feb 4
A post-apocalyptic tale starring Denzel Washington, in which a lone man fights his way across America in order to protect a sacred book that holds the secrets to saving humankind. Action, 2010, 1 hr 58 min., R.
The screening will be in Theater 2, RFC’s 45-seat capacity theater followed by a Q&A and discussion led by Kristi Woodard and Wendell Riley.
HIGHER LEARNING
7 p.m. Feb 5
African-American student Malik is on a track scholarship; academics are not his strong suit, and he goes in thinking that his athletic abilities will earn him a free ride through college. Fudge, a "professional student" who has been at Columbus for six years so far, becomes friendly with Malik and challenges his views about race and politics in America. Crime/Thriller, 1995, 2 hrs 8 min., R.
The screening will be in Theater 2, RFC’s 45-seat capacity theater followed by a Q&A and discussion led by Kristi Woodard and Wendell Riley.
Throwback Thursday:
THE LAST DRAGON
7 p.m. Feb 6
A young man searches for the "master" to obtain the final level of martial arts mastery known as the glow. Along the way he must fight an evil martial arts expert and rescue a beautiful singer from an obsessed music promoter. Comedy/Action, 1985, 1 hr 49 min., PG-13.
The screening will be in Theater 2, RFC’s 45-seat capacity theater followed by a Q&A and discussion led by Kristi Woodard and Wendell Riley.
