Day of Black Docs Fundraiser
DAY OF BLACK DOCS, the annual fundraising event for the Black Association of Documentary Filmmakers West (BADWest) is back for its 19th year! A powerful one‑day festival with four screenings split into blocks of two. Guests can enjoy a full day of back-to-back Black documentary film screenings, followed by panel discussions and Q&As with filmmakers, moderated by the esteemed journalist and critic, Tim Cogshell.
This year’s screenings include three feature length films, and one short film—with two compelling L.A. stories—that spotlight the city’s own legacy of resilience, creativity, and community.:
FILM LINEUP:
The Eyes of Ghana - Directed by Ben Proudfoot, Executive Produced by Michelle & Barack Obama
A Better Way: James Lawson, Architect of Non‑Violence - Directed by Karen Hayes, Produced by Steve Williams (BADWest members)
Free Joan Little - Directed and Produced by Yoruba Richen
Trespass - Directed by Kim Walton, based on his book and photography
TICKET INFO:
GENERAL ADMISSION (ALL DAY) - $33.85
BLOCK 1: FREE JOAN & THE EYES OF GHANA - $23.18
BLOCK 2: TRESPASS & A BETTER WAY - $23.18
JOIN BADWestLA & ADMISSION - $65.87
TICKETS MUST BE PURCHASED BY SATURDAY, MAY 16, 2026 @ 11am.
FOOD IS AVAILABLE BY PRE-ORDER ONLY:
BADWest Lunch Bag - Sandwich, chips, & soda (vegan options available) - $23.18
Click the 'TICKETS, FOOD, SCHEDULE, AND LINEUP' link above to purchase tickets, a lunch bag, for add-ons, and to see more information on the films and filmmakers!
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