Sat Jan 26, 2:00 PM - Sat Jan 26, 4:00 PM
Main Library-Francis Auditorium
310 North Tryon Street, Charlotte, NC
Community: Uptown Charlotte
Description
High-school senior Malcolm (Shameik Moore) and his friends Jib (Tony Revolori) and Diggy (Kiersey Clemons) bond over '90s hip-hop culture, their studies and playing music in their own punk band. A chance encounter with a drug dealer named Dom lands Malcolm and compan
Event Details
High-school senior Malcolm (Shameik Moore) and his friends Jib (Tony Revolori) and Diggy (Kiersey Clemons) bond over '90s hip-hop culture, their studies and playing music in their own punk band. A chance encounter with a drug dealer named Dom lands Malcolm and company at the dealer's nightclub birthday party; when the scene turns violent, they flee -- with the Ecstasy that Dom secretly hid in Malcolm's backpack. A wild adventure ensues as the youths try to evade armed thugs who want the stash.
Other Info
What does it mean to be vulnerable, black, and male, all at the same time? Join us for The Vulnerable Black Man Film Series to examine how this complex identity plays out in contemporary American society and following each film there will be a facilitated discussion.
Angel Truesdale
704-416-0144
atruesdale@cmlibrary.org