Harlem Pride and DBQ Magazine, in partnership with the Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture, present the New York premiere of Patrik-Ian Polk's "BLACKBIRD". The event will kick off at 6:00PM with a Red Carpet VIP Reception followed by a 7:30PM screening. The cast members will participate in a Q&A session following the screening.

Synopsis
Seventeen-year-old Randy tries very hard to be a good person. Since his father left, Randy takes care of his emotionally disturbed mother, and he's the kind of friend all of his classmates can depend on. As strong as he seems on the outside, Randy is hiding a secret inner struggle and denial of his true self. It's not until he opens himself up to love that he discovers that becoming a man means accepting who you really are.

Starring
Mo'nique, Isaiah Washington, Kevin Allesee, Gary L. Gray, Nikki Jane, Torrey Laamar, Terrell Tilford, D. Woods & introducing Julian Walker

Director
Patrik-Ian Polk

Executive Producers
Sidney Hicks & Mo'nique Hicks

Written By
Rikki Beadle Blair & Patrik-Ian Polk

Based on Novel By
Larry Duplechan

Produced By
Keith Brown, Patrik-Ian Polk, Carol Ann Shine & Isaiah Washington

Learn more about the film by visiting blackbirdthemovie.com!