New Yorkers 4 Reparations (NY4R) has today announced that it will host a special Veterans Day screening of the new acclaimed documentary, "Once Upon a Time in Harlem." Directed by Liani Greaves, David Greaves and William Greaves and released by NEON, ‘Once Upon a Time in Harlem” explores the Harlem Renaissance and Harlem's rich history and legacy as being a mecca for Black artistic and cultural expression..
Immediately following the screening NY4R will engage movement leaders, artists and storytellers in a panel discussion to examine how the film’s themes connect to the present-day movement for reparations, and the role of the arts in ushering forward social change and racial justice. Presenting partners on the event include NYCLU, LDF, BLIS Collective, Until Freedom, Gathering for Justice, Justice League NYC, Black Veterans Project (BVP), and Revolutionary Reels.
