TCB – THE TONI CADE BAMBARA SCHOOL OF ORGANIZING

2026, dirs. Louis Massiah, Monica Henriquez
Canada, France, Senegal, UK, USA, 105 min.
In English | Format: Digital

November 12 & 14 | Through the intimate reflections of friends, former students, close collaborators, and fellow revolutionary artists, TCB – THE TONI CADE BAMBARA SCHOOL OF ORGANIZING traces the extraordinary life, intellectual rigor, and cultural legacy of writer, filmmaker, educator, and visionary cultural worker Toni Cade Bambara. Structured as a dynamic series of pedagogical lessons, the film explores Bambara’s core conviction that culture is an indispensable tool for political education, community organizing, and collective liberation. By examining her foundational texts, uncompromised artistic standards, and tireless mentorship, the documentary illuminates her enduring influence on generations of artists and activists dedicated to radical social transformation.

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The Film Center is ADA accessible. This presentation will be projected without open captions. The theater is hearing-loop equipped. For accessibility requests, please email filmcenter@saic.edu