MVAAFF 2025 Wrap-Up: Obama, ‘Highest 2 Lowest,’ Wade & More
- A first-time visit too MarthaS Vineyard and the annual Martha's Vineyard african American Film Festival proved to be a vibrant immersion into art, culture, and community.
- the live IMO podcast conversation featuring Michelle Obama, her brother Craig Robinson, and The White Lotus star Natasha Rothwell felt incredibly intimate - like overhearing a delightful conversation...
- Spike Lee previewed five scenes from his upcoming film, highest 2 Lowest, which opens in theaters August 15th.
A first-time visit too MarthaS Vineyard and the annual Martha’s Vineyard african American Film Festival proved to be a vibrant immersion into art, culture, and community. Hear are some key highlights from the experience.
Michelle and Craig IMO Live!
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Martha’s Vineyard African American Film Festival” class=”wp-image-314528″ />the live IMO podcast conversation featuring Michelle Obama, her brother Craig Robinson, and The White Lotus star Natasha Rothwell felt incredibly intimate – like overhearing a delightful conversation between close friends. Michelle shared details about enjoying the freedom of driving on the island and dispelled rumors surrounding her marriage to President Barack Obama, while Craig playfully offered to find a match for Natasha. The discreet presence of the Secret Service,dressed in casual attire,added to the unique atmosphere.
Spike Lee’s Newest Joint
Spike Lee previewed five scenes from his upcoming film, highest 2 Lowest, which opens in theaters August 15th. This marks his fifth collaboration with Denzel Washington, who stars as a music mogul facing a complex situation involving a potential kidnapping and a shocking revelation. The film promises a thrilling and suspenseful narrative.
Dwyane Wade Bros It Up
Dwyane Wade and Courtney B. Vance were prominent figures at the MVAAFF Men’s C-Suite Luncheon. Wade led a discussion on “Bonds of Brotherhood,” attracting a notable group of attendees including reverend T.D. Jakes, Keith David (recently honored with a Hollywood Walk of Fame star), music executive Mike Muse, and actor/philanthropist Malik Yoba.
Our Blues Documentary Makes Gold
Our Blues Make Us Gold, a documentary created by Ashley Shantè and Brandon Deese of A2B Entertainment, originated from a challenging moment in a TV writers’ room. After Shantè faced criticism for portraying a smart character as an HBCU graduate, she and her husband crafted a “poetic time capsule…a love letter to the legacy of HBCUs told thru the lens of North Carolina Agricultural and State University,” now available on Prime Video.
Remembering Ajike
A presentation of the Perfect Neighbor featured Executive Producer Soledad O’Brien, director Geeta Gandbhir, producer Alisa Payne, and Pamela Dias, mother of Ajike Owens. The upcoming Netflix documentary explores the tragic events surrounding the murder of Ajike Owens by her neighbor.