As we strengthen our media arts initiative in northwest Miami-Dade, we are passionate about providing emerging black and brown artists with a platform to grow their expertise and expand their audience. In the past, we’ve heavily focused on visual arts, so we’re excited to branch out into other arts disciplines. And, this residency program is just a first step in building a film community in our region.
From architecture based on the 1924 movie, The Thief of Baghdad, to serving as a backdrop to films, Opa-locka has had a storied history in the film industry. Now, the Opa-locka Community Development Corporation (OLCDC) is bringing film back to Opa-locka by working with emerging filmmakers to cultivate their talent. Wit