Celebrate Black History Month - Panel Discussion on the Nickel Boys

Celebrate Black History Month - Panel Discussion on the Nickel Boys

Join us at the West Newton Cinema for an enlightening panel discussion on the powerful film, The Nickel Boys, featuring distinguished voices from film, theater, and history. Dive deep into the themes and significance of this film, based on the impactful novel, as we celebrate Black History Month together.

The panel is free, but reservations are suggested as space is limited. The Nickel Boys will screen beofre the discussion at noon and you may purchase tickets for the film at https://ticketing.uswest.veezi.com/purchase/48589?siteToken=sq9871g21qvhktp727tnes3e3g

Panel Information as follows:

• Theodore “Regge” Life, a renowned filmmaker and educator, is a Distinguished Director-in-Residence at Emerson College and Executive Director of Global Film Network Inc. With over five decades of experience, Regge has dedicated his career to bringing underrepresented stories to the forefront. His award-winning documentaries and television productions have aired on PBS and international networks, including NHK in Japan and Britain. A frequent speaker and mentor, he has inspired countless filmmakers globally through masterclasses and workshops. Regge is also the author of Becoming an Actor’s Director: Directing Actors for Film and Television, cementing his legacy as a thought leader in visual storytelling.
• Naheem Garcia, a celebrated actor and theater educator, has been a dynamic force in Boston’s arts community for over 30 years. Known for his powerful performances and deep, resonant voice, Naheem’s work spans theater, film, and education. His acting credits include appearances in acclaimed films such as The Holdovers, Hocus Pocus 2, and The Equalizer 2. As a passionate educator, he has dedicated his career to empowering youth through theater and arts education, including serving as Artistic Director of the Oversoul Theatre Collective. Naheem’s contributions to the arts have earned him numerous awards, including a recent nomination for an Elliot Norton Award for King Hedley II.
• Bradley Craig is an Assistant Professor of History and African American & Black Diaspora Studies at Boston University. His research explores the politics and culture of the Black Atlantic, focusing on how communities forged belonging amidst displacement and diaspora. His current book project, Oathbound, examines the Trelawny Maroons’ forced migration during the 18th century, delving into themes of sovereignty, kinship, and memory. Bradley’s academic expertise extends to African American history, Black queer and feminist studies, and the sensory history of race. A Harvard-trained historian, he bridges historical scholarship with pressing contemporary conversations on race and justice.

Moderated By:

• Dr. Myisha S. Eatmon is an Assistant Professor of African and African American Studies and History at Harvard University. Her research focuses on the ways African Americans used legal strategies to resist white violence during the Jim Crow era. Dr. Eatmon is currently working on her book project, Litigating in Black and White: Black Legal Culture, White Violence, Jim Crow, and Their Legacies, which examines Black legal culture and education in the face of systemic oppression. A Chapel Hill, North Carolina native, Dr. Eatmon holds degrees in Political Science and History from the University of Notre Dame and a Ph.D. from Northwestern University. Her dedication to social justice drives her research and teaching, fostering understanding of race, power, and the law in both historical and contemporary contexts.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

West Newton Cinema, 1296 Washington Street, Newton, United States