Gratitude Rising Events Brings Sistah Sinema To Richmond, Va

RICHMOND, Va. - June 17, 2014 - PRLog -- Contact: Ayana Obika

Gratitude Rising Events

Phone: 804-453-0919

Richmond, VA –June 16, 2014—In Collaboration with Sistah Sinema, Gratitude Rising Events presents Reel Pride, Dinner and a Movie Night, created to celebrate the experiences of the LGBTQ community.

Sistah Sinema was started in Seattle, WA in 2011. It is a monthly event showcasing Queer Women of Color Cinema. Each showing is followed by a moderated discussion section.

Sistah Sinema was created to showcase the nuances of Queer Women of Color culture. It is hoped that the movies will serve as a vehicle to foster honest dialogue on struggles and opportunities unique to Queer Women of Color. While discussion will focus on Queer Women of Color, all members of the community are invited to attend.

While honoring the spirit and intention of Sistah Sinema, Reel Pride Dinner and a Movie Night will also feature film that speaks to experiences of the entire LGBTQ community.  Events will be held either monthly or bi-weekly.

The first Reel Pride Dinner and a Movie Night will feature Fiona's Script, directed by Florencia Manovil. Composed of an alomost all female cast, Fiona's Script is a story of a shy woman and her struggles with love, friendships and her career.  The event takes place on Wednesday, June 25, 2014 at Capital Ale House – Downtown, 623 E. Main Street, Richmond, VA 23219.

Proceeds from the event will benefit the Gratitude Rising Foundation, a new organization founded this year to provide immediate financial assistance to LGBTQ women undergoing treatment for cancer.  For more information about the event or the organization, call Ayana Obika at 804-453-0919.