StoryTellHERS Vol. 5
April 18-19
Join us for a showcase of films BY women and FOR women at StoryTellHERS Volume 5!
StoryTellHERS, curated by Kristi Woodard of Mahogani Media, is an annual film event dedicated to showcasing the incredible work of female filmmakers from our region and beyond. It has become a highly anticipated and attended showcase for those passionate about supporting women in film.
For its fifth year at RFC, StorytellHERS will feature a full day of inspirational, educational, and entertaining events, while amplifying the creative voices and unique perspectives of women directors, of all ages. The weekend will include an educational event for filmmakers of all ages, as well as our staple screening of independent short films and screenings of studio-produced favorites you know and love.
In this milestone year, StoryTellHERS continues to highlight and uplift the voices of women in film, inspire and nurture the next generation of StoryTellHERS, and empower all women to tell their stories and share them on screen.
Interested in being a part of this year’s event?
Become a Sponsor!
As a sponsor of the StoryTellHERS Vol. 5 film showcase, you will help us continue our mission to educate, enrich and entertain through the power of film while supporting female creatives.
For sponsorship opportunities, email Associate Director Alexis Salinas at alexiss@robinsonfilmcenter.org
Filmmaker Submissions Closed
StoryTellHERS presents:
From Script to Screen
11 a.m. April 18
Calling all aspiring screenwriters and filmmakers! Get tips on how to take your ideas from script to screen at this year’s StoryTellHERS Symposium. Hear from local female writers and directors as they discuss the process of developing and producing a concept into a final product, then join in the conversation during a Q&A session. Light bites and refreshments will be provided!
Panelists: Tiffany Shine, Debi King McMartin, Camille Gladney, and Latasha Henderson, moderated by Kristi J. Woodard.
The event will take place in Theater 1, RFC’s 124-seat capacity theater. Registration is free, but space is limited. You must reserve a ticket to attend.
THE WATERMELON WOMAN
2 p.m. April 18
The wry, incisive debut feature by Cheryl Dunye gave cinema something bracingly new and groundbreaking: a vibrant representation of Black lesbian identity by a Black lesbian filmmaker. Dunye stars as Cheryl, a video-store clerk and aspiring director whose interest in forgotten Black actresses leads her to investigate an obscure 1930s performer known as the Watermelon Woman. Comedy/Drama, 1996, 1h 25m, NR
The screening will be held in Theater 1, RFC’s 124-seat capacity theater, followed by a discussion with local filmmakers Tanesha Morris and Medu$a Jielle, led by Kristi Woodard.
StoryTellHERS SHORTS
7 p.m. April 18
Featuring a selection of shorts made by female filmmakers in our region. See the films, hear from the talent during the filmmaker Q&A, and support women in film!
The screening will be held in Theater 1, RFC’s 124-seat capacity theater, followed by a filmmaker Q&A and discussion led by Kristi Woodard.
Congratulations to our 2026 Shorts Selections!
The First Wives Club
5 p.m. April 19
After years of helping their hubbies climb the ladder of success, three mid-life Manhattanites have been dumped for a newer, curvier model. But the trio is determined to turn their pain into gain. They come up with a cleverly devious plan to hit their exes where it really hurts - in the wallet! Comedy, 1996, 1h 42m, PG
The screening will be held in Theater 1, RFC’s 124-seat capacity theater, followed by a discussion led by Kristi Woodard.