Join us for a feature film screening taking place at America House Kyiv and participate in a discussion about inequality, struggle and the meaning of black artists for American art with “Black Art: In the Absence of Light” (2021) from director Sam Pollard with Radcliffe Bailey, Sanford Biggers, Jordan Casteel and others.
Explore the language of cinema, watch movies in their original language, and practice your English-speaking skills through friendly moderated discussions at American Film Nights with America House Kyiv. Join us Tuesdays at 18:30 at America House Kyiv. Participation is by pre-registration only. Learn more about our upcoming films and how to attend here.
Our next event will take place on July 25, at 18:30 at America House Kyiv (Mykoly Pymonenka Street, 6.)
“Black Art: In the Absence of Light” (2021)
An in-depth look at the works of up-and-coming Black visual artists.
Rating: TV-MA (Mature Audiences Only)
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 1 hour 15 minutes
All America House Kyiv events and activities are completely free. Come one, come all, and bring a friend! Just don’t forget to register yourself and anyone else planning to come with you below by 10:00 on July 25 so we can save you a seat.
Spots are limited, but if you can’t make it this time, we’ll be happy to see you at our other events. All film screenings and discussions will take place at America House Kyiv (Mykoly Pymonenka Street 6.)
Please familiarize yourself with the rules of admission before your visit. Remember to bring your passport or driver’s license to enter America House Kyiv.
Important! Should the sirens go off during programming, America House Kyiv will immediately close for business and evacuate the building. We recommend you find the closest bunker provided by the city before your visit. We use the Shelters in Kyiv City bunker map provided by the city as well as the metros. Your safety should always be a top priority.
About the organizers:
America House Kyiv (AHK) is a cultural center and your main resource for American culture, education, and information in the Kyiv region. AHK organizes a wide range of activities, including English-language programs, skill-building workshops, cultural events, art exhibitions, concerts and more. Work and think creatively, build cultural bridges and become a changemaker at our network of America Houses in Kyiv, Lviv and Odesa.
American Film Showcase (AFS) is the premier American film diplomacy program of the U.S. State Department. In partnership with U.S. Embassies, AFS organizes screenings, workshops, and master classes in more than 60 countries per year. AFS offers global audiences insight into American society and culture through film and empowers local filmmakers with tools to tell their own stories. The program is funded by a grant from the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA) and produced by the University of Southern California’s School of Cinematic Arts (SCA).
