About this Event
Soul On Ice: Past, Present & Future – Film Screening
Film Synopsis:
Soul On Ice: Past, Present and Future is a compelling feature documentary that chronicles the discrimination faced by Black athletes from the earliest days of organized hockey in North America. The film highlights the courage of those who broke through the color barrier, paving the way for today’s Black NHL players and youth programs that encourage children of all races to participate and excel in hockey.
Anchored around the countdown to the NHL draft, this inspiring story follows one outstanding young Black hockey player as he pursues his dream of making it to the professional league. Through personal narratives, historical insights, and powerful storytelling, Soul On Ice sheds light on the past while celebrating the progress and influence of Black athletes in the sport today.
Join us for this impactful screening and witness the resilience, passion, and dedication that shaped the history of hockey. Complimentary snacks and refreshments will be available.
Damon Kwame Mason has been working in the Canadian entertainment industry since 1996, beginning his career in television and then radio as an on‑air personality. With his expertise in the medium, Mason went on to help launch countless radio stations across Canada and also co-hosted with some of the nation’s most well-known DJs and stars, such as NHL enforcer Georges Laraque.
Soul On Ice: Past, Present and Future is Mason’s feature-length directorial debut. The film chronicles the history and contribution of Black athletes in hockey and won Best Feature Film at the Edmonton International Film Festival.
Mason continues to create culturally vital documentary projects, showcasing diversity, history and the untold stories of those who need to be heard.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
1812 Esplanade, 1812 Esplanade, Chico, United States
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