Kansas City PBS Community Impact Report - Report - Page 14
ENGAGEMENT
Reel Black Film Fest
Through 昀椀lm, dialogue and community engagement, the second annual Reel Black Film Fest highlighted the richness and diversity
of Black experiences. The vibrant two-day event featured juried 昀椀lms from regional 昀椀lmmakers, panel discussions, live performances,
local vendors, an awards ceremony and a community after-party at Vine Street Brewing. By bringing together 昀椀lmmakers, artists and
audiences, the festival created space for storytelling, connection and meaningful conversation.
Images | Simeon and Y.M. from the Copper Boyz, Qiana Thomason president and CEO of Health Forward Foundation, Mayor Quinton
Lucas and Emcee Tori Foushee, attendees smile from their seats, award winners Ken Williams Jr., Nateya Taylor and Brad Bailey at the
closing reception, a community vendor shares her art, Jacob Handy producer of Aunt Sister with descendants of Sarah Rector, 90.9 The
Bridge Content Manager Michelle Bacon and Kansas City PBS Film Fellow Collin Riggins on a panel discussion
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