FILM SCREENING: SAY MY NAME: A DOC on WOMEN AND HIP-HOP

 
 
Synopsis:
In a hip hop and R’n’B world dominated by men and noted for misogyny, the
unstoppable female lyricists of Say My Name speak candidly about class, race, and
gender in pursuing their passions as female MCs. This worldwide documentary takes
viewers on a vibrant tour of urban culture and musical movement: from hip hop’s
birthplace in the Bronx, to game on London’s eastside.

Featuring interviews from a diverse cast of women including Remy Ma, Rah Digga, Jean
Grae, Erykah Badu, Estelle and newcomers Chocolate Thai, Invincible and Miz Korona,
this powerful documentary delves into the amazing personal stories of women balancing
professional dreams with the stark realities of poor urban communities, race, sexism
and motherhood. The more then 18 artists featured in Say My Name battle for a place
in a society that creates few changes for women. From emerging artists filled with new
creativity, to true pioneers like MC Lyte, Roxxanne Shante, and Monie Love, these are
women turning adversity to art. http://www.saymyname.org

FREE TO ALL @ MONTGOMERY COLLEGE:

TAKOMA PARK NOV 10, 2009 HC 122 @ 12
ROCKVILLE: NOV 11, 2009 THEATER ARTS @ 12
GERMANTOWN NOV 12, 2009 HT 113 @ 12

Panel Discussion to follow.

This event is sponsored by the Boys to Men Mentoring Group at Montgomery College. A proud
recipient of a Make It Happen Innovation Grant through the Office of the Vice President for
Academic Initiatives and Partnerships. Special thanks to the Hip-Hop Cinema Café for
choosing Montgomery College as a screening location.