Programmed October 2025

Directed by Charles Burnett

Featuring A Walk with Charles Burnett, a portrait by Robert Townsend A true trailblazer of independent cinema, Charles Burnett has brought images of Black American life to the screen with authenticity, empathy, and stirring poetry. Bringing together landmarks like Killer of Sheep and To Sleep with Anger , lesser-known gems such as The Glass Shield and The Annihilation of Fish , thought-provoking documentaries like Nat Turner: A Troublesome Property , and rarely seen shorts, this collection highlights the versatility and singular lyrical sensibility of this essential artist, a master at conveying emotional interiority whose work overflows with deep compassion.