SAN FRANCISCO—For Us, By Us: Our Beloved Communities is a multicultural film screening and discussion series highlighting documentary films made by a diverse group of local filmmakers who are telling personal stories of Bay Area community heroes. This event highlights Sammy’s Final Arrangement, a profound and introspective film by Chad Santo Tomas profiling a florist at the peak of his game who comes to terms with his career as he decides to retire. The film will be followed by a community discussion and cathartic artist release.
When: Wednesday, May 29 at 6:30–8:30 pm
Where: CAST, 447 Minna Street, San Francisco, CA 94103.
Schedule:
6:15-6:30 pm: Doors Open
6:30-6:50 pm: Screening
6:50-7:45 pm: Post-Screening Community Discussion
7:45-8:30 pm: Cathartic Artist Release
Speakers:
Chad Santo Tomas (OOF Stories)
Sammy (Lambert Floral Studio)
Melanie Elvena (Asian Pacific Islander Cultural Center)
Accessible by BART (Powell Street or Civic Center stations) and MUNI (14 or 14R to 5th & Mission stop). Limited street parking and paid parking lots nearby.
Masks optional. Free.
RSVP required via Eventbrite: https://bit.ly/May29-event
Questions? Jennifer Crystal Chien, Director, Re-Present Media, (510) 301-6923, info@re-presentmedia.org.
