New Black Cinematography: Films of Bradford Young

In collaboration with Penn Cinema Studies and International House Philadelphia

Award-winning cinematographer Bradford Young is known for expressive lighting, bold colors, and nuanced representations of dark skin tones on screen. Part of an exciting new wave of independent African American filmmaking, Young uses his stunning visuals to tell stories of family, violence, and diaspora across black communities from New York City to rural Mississippi.

  • International House, 3701 Chestnut Street

    Mother of George

    Bradford Young, Louis Massiah, Salamishah Tillet

  • International House, 3701 Chestnut Street

    Pariah

  • International House, 3701 Chestnut Street

    Mississippi Damned

  • International House, 3701 Chestnut Street

    Middle of Nowhere AND The Door

Films are free and open to the public. Pre-registration required.