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Reel Harlem Film Festival in Morningside Park - Say Amen, Somebody
Add to CalendarWednesday, July 7, 2010
7:00 p.m.–10:00 p.m.
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The REEL HARLEM film festival kicks off its ninth season in Morningside Park with a night of gospel music and film.
Music: First Corinthian Baptist Church Choir (7:00 pm)
Film: Say Amen, Somebody (8:30 pm)
(George Nierenberg, USA, 100 min.)
This film captures the wisdom of elder gospel stars “Professor” Thomas A. Dorsey and “Mother” Willie Mae Ford, who recall the conservative resistance they faced towards the rhythm and blues inflections of the “new” gospel music they wrote and performed.
Location
Lower Lawn (in Morningside Park), Manhattan
Directions to this location
On the lower level of the park in front of the pond and waterfall between 113 and 114 Streets.
Cost
Free
Event Organizer
Contact Number
(212) 937-3883
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Categories
Concerts, Film, Culture, Free Summer Movies, Free Summer Concerts
