17 2. Screenings of contemporary short films. These films represent many identities in front of and behind the camera and are short enough to be viewed and discussed during a regular 45-minute class. Teachers may want to choose one or two films to screen and discuss per class. LOCKS by Ryan Coogler https://www.kanopy.com/en/product/locks Year: 2008 Running time: 6 min Description: A young man in Oakland, California, wakes with a heavy heart and walks through the neighborhood to the local barbershop. Using very little dialogue, “Locks” addresses negative preconceptions about Black men, family, and identity. Ryan Coogler is an African-American filmmaker and producer from Oakland, California. He is known for directing the Black Panther film series, Creed, and Fruitvale Station. “Locks” is a student film Ryan wrote and directed at USC. NUMB by Liv McNeil https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iSkbd6hRkXo Year: 2020 Running time: 4 min Description: Liv McNeil is an artist and filmmaker. In 2020, as a 9th-grade student, Liv shot, edited, and starred in this short documentary film that shows the effects of COVID-19 on adolescent mental health. This “slice of life” short portrays Liv and her experiences using a time-lapse to convey the endless sameness of lockdown during the pandemic. Liv has gone on to other projects, including a behind-the-scenes documentary on Sofia Coppola's film Priscilla, released in 2023 on the A24 app. SEE YOU NEXT TIME by Crystal Kayiza https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T9mahJUoUWY Year: 2019 Running time: 6 min Description: This portrait-style documentary examines themes of race and beauty. The film provides a glimpse into the intimate work and chat that occurs in the nail salon. The film also celebrates the artistry of the manicurist and her client’s appreciation. Crystal Kayiza is a Brooklyn-based filmmaker originally from Oklahoma. She received numerous awards from renowned organizations such as Sundance and HBO. TWIST ENDING / NARRATIVE ART SHORT / SLICE OF LIFE / PORTRAIT PORTRAIT / DOCUMENTARY
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