2009 International Black Women's Film Festival ~ Opening Night Reception July 17, 2009

Join Us for an Evening of Entertainment, Music, Fun and Film at the Beautiful Oakland Museum of California!

Kick-off the Festival Weekend with...
:: Delicious Hors d'oeuvres & Refreshments
:: Live Music!
:: Prizes!
:: Silent Auction!
:: ...and fun!!

- 6-7 pm, Hors d'oeuvres, Refreshments and Entertainment in the Lobby
- 7-9 pm, Screening in the James Moore Theater

The International Black Women's Film Festival
presents the West Coast Premiere of
SAY MY NAME (directed by Nirit Peled of Mamamess)

SYNOPSIS:
Featuring interviews and musical performances from a diverse cast of women including Remy Ma, Rah Digga, Jean Grae, Erykah Badu, Estelle and newcomers Chocolate Thai, Invincible and Miz Korona, this powerful documentary delves into the amazing personal stories of women balancing professional dreams with the stark realities of poor urban communities, race, sexism, and motherhood, as the more than 18 artist featured in Say My Name battle for a place in a society that creates few chances for women. From emerging artists filled with new creativity, to true pioneers like MC Lyte, Roxxanne Shante, and Monie Love, these are women turning adversity into art.

SECOND FILM TBA !

Directions
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Oakland Museum of California
1000 Oak Street
Oakland, CA 94607

PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION:
AC Transit - 18 Montclair, 59A, 72/72R, 1R
For more AC Transit assistance, visit: www.actransit.org , or call 511

BART - Lake Merritt BART Station
For more BART assistance, visit: www.bart.gov , or call 511

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ADMISSION:
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General Admission (Non-students between 18-62 years old), $12.00
Senior (62 years of age, or older, with a valid ID), $5.00
Student (Students 18 years of age or older, with a valid school ID), $10.00
Supervised Teens (12 - 18 years old, with a valid school ID), $5.00
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THIS EVENT IS IN OAKLAND, CALIFORNIA
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