About this Event
Now in its 15th year the Community Stories Film Festival, presented by Docs In Progress, is dedicated to showcasing local stories by local filmmakers. A celebration of independent documentary filmmaking, Community Stories unites filmmakers, cinephiles, and community members for three days of screenings, filmmaker Q&As, and conversations.
EMERGING FILMMAKERS PROGRAM
DC Black Superhero - Sari Leigh [dir] [5:34 Min.]
A unique exploration of the vibrant and dynamic world of black cosplay and superhero fandom at the BlerdCon festival in our nation’s capital.
Bookworm - Adrian Isassi [dir] [13:18 Min.]
Explore the free little libraries all around the suburbs of Baltimore and discover the meaning and importance they serve to the community.
Got Lead - Myron Higgins [dir] [20:00 Min.]
Raised in a house with lead paint, Myron Higgins assesses the toxic affects it has on his health as well as on the city of Baltimore.
The Tale of Mari- Anya Vaughn [dir] [6:39 Min.]
Mari, an elderly Japanese woman, recounts her experiences growing up in Okinawa, moving to America, and attempting to become a newspaper cartoonist.
There will be a moderated post-screening Q&A with the filmmakers.
LOCATION: Docs In Progress, 8560 2nd Ave Suite 113, Silver Spring, MD 20910
The entrance of Docs In Progress is on Apple Ave. Parking garage, walking distance: Cameron Street Garage. Metro Station Red Line: Silver Spring (walking distance 5-7 minutes).
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Docs In Progress, 2nd Avenue, Silver Spring, MD, USA, United States
USD 0.00 to USD 7.18
