Yesterday, the Black Latina Movement hosted the New York screening of their new short film, “Cecilia The Celibate” at the Stuart Cinema and Cafe in Brooklyn.
Director Crystal Roman and Executive Producers Takema Jones and Shirley Reyes were in attendance, as well as cast members Jenelle Simone Valle (Gabriella), Omar Corominas (Clif), Randall Holloway (Dre) and Arlene A. McGruder (Ms. Bey), among others.
The event was moderated by Jes Perez. Guests had the opportunity to watch the 40 minute film and enjoyed an intimiate yet comical Q & A with the cast and crew about the realities of dating and practicing celibacy in New York City. Special guests included Novee Rose of NoveeRose.com, and We Come From Queens Podcast.
Founded by Crystal Roman The Black Latina Movement is a vibrant grassroots theater and film company in New York City. Alongside creating and producing their own works, the movements’ priority endeavor is to make the entertainment industry culturally and artistically richer by showcasing the talent of men and women in the arts. This open platform provides artists of all kinds the opportunity to create, write produce and/or perform while promoting the local communities as diverse, inclusive places where people want to live, work and visit
