Brooklyn Cinema Forum: Raw Encounters

A free screening series in Red Hook, Brooklyn followed by group discussion. Come enjoy films that challenge and explore human nature.

Green Lung Studio presents Brooklyn Cinema Forum, a free film series in Red Hook Brooklyn decicated to showing films that speak to the human experience. A discussion takes place after the film for ideas to be shared.

Raw Encounters is a series curated by filmmaker Steven Carmona. These films all share a theme of self discovery through our relationships with each other, family, life partners and ourselves

“Faces” (1968) by John Cassavetes | JUNE 27

The raw and unfiltered examination of personal relationships, societal roles, and emotional vulnerability.

“A Separation” (2011) by Asghar Farhadi | JULY 11

The complexities of marital conflict, ethical dilemmas, and the impact of personal decisions on family dynamics.

“The Double Life of Véronique” (1991) by Krzysztof Kieślowski | JULY 25

The mysterious connection between two women who share the same name and physical appearance, leading to profound self-discovery.

“A Fantastic Woman” (2017) by Sebastián Lelio | AUGUST 8

A transgender woman deals with the sudden death of her partner and confronts societal prejudices while finding strength and self-respect.