SPOTLIGHT SERIES
DISCUSSION WITH DIRECTOR & CAST
Join us for an exclusive work in progress screening of “Sr.,” followed by an enriching Q&A session moderated by Keith Mellinger, Founding Director, Screenwriting and Animation, Morgan State University. Director, Toroes D. Thomas Jr. along with the cast, including Micaiah Jones as David, Donnell Jones as Junior, Melan Perez as Katherine, and Jade Telesford as Marie, will be in attendance.
This is your chance to engage directly with the visionary mind behind the movie, diving into discussions about storytelling, societal impact, and the personal journeys that inspired the film.
Embark on an emotional journey with us in the second installment of our Spotlight Series. This time, we delve into the depths of fatherhood, resilience, and redemption with the captivating film “Sr.,” directed by the talented Toroes David Thomas Jr. This profound narrative not only challenges the myths surrounding black fatherhood but also highlights the nuanced battles of addiction, responsibility, and love.
Toroes David Thomas Jr., an award-winning filmmaker and a Morgan State University alum, crafts this narrative with heartfelt authenticity, drawing from his personal experiences of loss and resilience. “Sr.” is more than a film; it’s a moving tribute to the unseen struggles and the uncelebrated sacrifices of fathers. Thomas’s work invites us to reconsider the narratives we hold about black fatherhood, portraying a raw, compelling tale of what it means to fight for one’s family against all odds.
Sr.
WORK IN PROGRESS
Embark on an emotional journey with us in the second installment of our Spotlight Series. This time, we delve into the depths of fatherhood, resilience, Read More→
2024 | BALTIMORE | 88 MIN
This screening is presented in partnership with the Screenwriting and Animation Program at Morgan State University! Thanks SWAN!!