City of Lauderhill

UNEXPECTED LOVE

Romance (100 Mins)

Blending the cultural differences of Haitian and Nigerian traditions, the film captures the American College experience of international students Ada, Jean, Marie and Nnamdi; the whirlwind journey of friendship and the blossoming of young love in this heartwarming, music filled, romantic comedy.  A reception follows the film.

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Drama (94 Mins)

Follows a teenage graffiti artist who ran away from home and holds up an unwary MTA worker in a robbery gone right that would change their lives forever.

A brilliant first feature from Aristotle Torres.  The film stars Asante Blackk as Kadir, who was 20 (but plays 16 extremely well) during filming, shows a maturity for handling a demanding (physically and emotionally) role.  He is the light representing so many black teenagers trying desperately to find their way.  Another notable is the seasoned character actor Luis Guzman (246 films including TRAFFIC, BOOGIE NIGHTS, PUNCH DRUNK LOVE).  Guzman, who is a great comedic actor, brings a well-rounded humanity to the film as Luis, the one who transforms Kadir.

A portion of the proceeds benefits The Urban League.