James Baldwin Abroad: A Program Of 3 Films Tickets

You've Got a Guy presents James Baldwin Abroad: A Program Of 3 Films, a concise window into the life and work of James Baldwin as captured through three significant shorts. This program unites powerful portraits from Sedat Pakay, Terence Dixon, and Horace Ové to illuminate Baldwin’s living voice—from Paris to public discourse. With restoration credited to the British Film Institute, these screenings are regularly shared in partnership with local cinemas and festivals nationwide. Expect thoughtful programming, insightful biographical context, and a chance to engage with Baldwin’s legacy through film.

Upcoming screenings are part of Baldwin100 celebrations, including a notable appearance at the Washington West Film Festival in October 2025, hosted with academic and cultural partners at George Mason University. We’ve got you covered for dependable ticket access and respectful, informative presentations of this important work.

Biography and career notes: James Baldwin (writer and activist) is celebrated for his incisive social commentary and literary achievement, recognized with Guggenheim and Ford Fellowships, the Polk Award, and the Legion of Honour. The James Baldwin Abroad program offers a compact, curated experience of his influence through documentary cinema. For venues and partners, we connect you with the official event pages and social channels where schedules and audience resources are shared.

• Official film program directors: Sedat Pakay (James Baldwin: From Another Place, 1973), Terence Dixon (Meeting the Man: James Baldwin in Paris, 1971), Horace Ové (Baldwin's N*****, 1968).
• Total runtime: 1 hour 24 minutes across three portraits.
• Typical restoration credits: British Film Institute; partnership with regional cinemas and film centers.
• Upcoming bookings include Washington West Film Festival (October 9–13, 2025) as part of Baldwin100 at George Mason University.

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