Blowin’ Up (94 minutes)
Directed by Stephanie Wang-Breal

July 19, 2018
Full Frame Theater (Durham, NC)
Film starts at 7:30 pm. Doors open at 7:00 pm.

In 2004, the United States’ first problem-solving court around prostitution was created in Queens County, New York. With unparalleled access to the workings of the court, presided over by the Honorable Toko Serita, Blowin’ Up captures what it feels like to go through these criminal proceedings as a female defendant. The overwhelming majority of women arrested are undocumented Asian immigrants, black, Latina, and transgender youth. As the film unfolds, we hear directly from these women and we begin to understand the complex scenarios that bring them into the courtroom. Director Stephanie Wang-Breal’s patient filmmaking documents how individuals can work together to create more humane ways to navigate an inhumane criminal justice system, and allows us to witness this unique environment as an unfiltered, immersive experience.

https://www.blowinupfilm.com

Free RSVPs can be made via Eventbrite. RSVPs are recommended but are not required – screenings can reach capacity and RSVPs will prioritize admittance.

Member RSVP – Begins Monday, July 16 at 9 am
General Public RSVP – Begins Wednesday, July 18 at 9 am

This event is part of the Road Show Summer Series and is presented by American Tobacco Campus and Capitol Broadcasting Company, Inc.