SHORTS: SPOTLIGHT ON DARIUS CLARK MONROE

A four-part meditation on racquet sports and the communities of characters it has attracted. Acclaimed filmmaker Darius Clark Monroe (Black 14, Random Acts of Flyness, Evolution of a Criminal) utilizes archival and original materials in this quadtych of neighborhoods, families and fervors. Followed by an extended discussion with the filmmaker.
(TOTAL RUNNING TIME: 75 MIN)

South Oxford
Brooklyn houses a unique history for Richard and Ann Northern as the site of their former tennis club.
(USA, 12 MIN)

All Iowa Lawn Tennis Club
A father’s homemade tennis court holds special significance after a family tragedy.
(USA, 13 MIN)

Maravilla
The handball courts of Maravilla, East LA, were made by and for its community.
(USA, 11 MIN)

Serve
A meditation on finding strength and peace in the ritual of the serve.
(USA, 12 MIN)