Many thoughts, images, and emotions come to mind when hearing the words Black Panthers as they should.  This year marked the 3rd Annual Black Panther Party film festival held in Harlem, New York at Maysles Cinema, with the theme of “Remembering our Political Prisoners.”

Each year, this festival brings enlightenment to attendees from different generations and backgrounds, wanting to learn more about legacy and history of the Black Panthers. Through documentaries, archived footage, and open dialog, attendees receive an unwavering history lesson.

This is my second time attending and it never ceases to amaze me how much appreciation and gratitude comes over me, knowing I’m sitting amongst former Panthers and witnessing a part of history that still influences my generation.  This is a film festival for all to attend.  For more information on the remaining films showing, click here.

Check out my reviews on the two documentaries, Justice on Trial: The Case of Mumia Abu-Jamal and Merritt College: Home of the Black Panthers. Click on the titles above and let me know what you think.