Pulling Focus African American Film Festival of The Quad Cities

Get ready to experience the cutting edge of cinema at the Pulling Focus African American Film Festival, June 6th to 9th, in honor of Juneteenth. Don't miss out! We're transforming four downtown venues into a showcase of over 70 groundbreaking indie films from visionary filmmakers across the Black Diaspora. It will be an unforgettable weekend as we light up these venues in a celebration of screenings spotlighting local, regional, national, and international stories. Navigate our Festival Screening Blocks to plan your journey through this cinematic adventure seamlessly. These blocks are your guide to discovering which films are playing, making it effortless to move from venue to venue and experience powerful cinematic storytelling. Join us on Friday, June 7th, from 5:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. at the Putnam Museum for an evening of innovative independent films. Screening Schedule: Screening #1: 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Intermission: 15 minutes Screening #2: 7:45 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. Experience the magic of cinema at the Putnam's Giant Screen Theater. Best of all, screenings are free and open to the public! This is your chance to dive into a curated selection of bold, diverse films that push boundaries and redefine storytelling. Visit the Pulling Focus website for more information on what's screening in each block or to watch the trailers. https://www.pullingfocusfilmfestival.com/