# Event Details - **Event Name**: THE PEOPLE'S FILM FESTIVAL 2025 - MENTAL BLOCKS: TALK BACK SERIES - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 31 May, 2025 at 10:00 am – Sat, 31 May, 2025 at 01:00 pm - **Event Description**: Unmasking the Shadows of Mental Health to DISRUPT THE CYCLE OF VIOLENCE. In recognition of Mental Health Awareness MonthAbout this EventThe People's Film Festival (TPFF) “MENTAL BLOCK TALKBACK SERIES”SHORT FILMS + PANEL DISCUSSIONUnmasking the Shadows of Mental Health to DISRUPT THE CYCLE OF VIOLENCE“Saturday May 31, 2025, 10:00am - 1:00pmIn recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month, The People's Film Festival brings mental health issues as it relates to violence into the spotlight. “TPFF MENTAL 2025” will showcase narratives that emerge from varying mental health related struggles and invite attendees to engage in discussions surrounding these issues and the realities of violence it often breeds. The goal is to bring awareness to this problem through film, music, tech & art.In partnership with MAYSLES CINEMA, TPFF will highlight 3 films that attribute to the state of mental health followed by panel discussions from the audience, filmmakers, the youth, artists, educators and community leaders. The films that will be screened:The Mental Block Talkback Series is free. Light breakfast will be provided by BO’s Bagels. Registration is required.Don't miss out on this opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals while engaging in powerful thought-provoking conversations surrounding mental health, creativity, and overcoming obstacles. See you there!FREE EVENT! SEATING LIMITED-MUST REGISTERFOLLOW US: Instagram | Twitter | Facebook | Tiktok | Youtube | DONATE TO TPFF | TPFF 2025 TRAILER | MORE ABOUT THE FESTIVALThe People’s Film Festival is an initiative of The People’s Media, Music & Arts Foundation (TPMMAF)—which is a non-profit corporation whose purpose is to provide venues and promote awareness in independent music, media, and art across the globe while encouraging those—particularly in the Harlem New York area, to develop a greater appreciation and understanding for cultural diversity in film.FILM | ART| CREATIVITY | TECH | STORY | HARLEM. NEW YORKF. A. C .T. S.Agenda?: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM"ON OUR BLOCK" directed by Astrid Useche & Chloe BarlowHost: ason Bostic & Wesley JeffreysInfo: MB TALKBACK PANEL “STATE OF MENTAL HEALTH” PANELIST: On Our Block Cast members—Jason Bostic & Wesley Jeffreys, Street Corner Resources, Michael Steven-Paul (Mikey Jay) (more TBA)?: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM"JOHNNYSTORM." Music Video directed by Katie LeCluyse • Tarji J. IrbyHost: Tarji J. IrbyInfo: MB TALKBACK PANEL “IT’S IN THE MUSIC” Where Is The Soul Of Music Going—And What’s The Cost Of Losing It? PANELIST: Cast members—director Tarji J. Irby, music producer Steve Keitt, MajestyDaRebel, motivational speaker and rap artist, Jessica Spaulding of Harlem Chocolate Factory, and students from the Joseph Gabriel Foundation (more TBA)?: 12:00 PM - 01:00 PM"DA FLY TRAP" - New Social Media Experiment directed by Prince SmithHost: Prince SmithInfo: MB TALKBACK PANEL “ARE YOU WOKE???” Mental Health, Street Life, & Waking Up From the Illusion PANELIST: Filmmaker Prince Smith, NYC Street Artist UnCuttArt, CannaDiva (more TBA)Untitled agenda?: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM"ON OUR BLOCK" directed by Astrid Useche & Chloe BarlowHost: Jason Bostic & Wesley JeffreysInfo: MB TALKBACK PANEL “STATE OF MENTAL HEALTH” PANELIST: On Our Block Cast members—Jason Bostic & Wesley Jeffreys, Street Corner Resources, Michael Steven-Paul (Mikey Jay) (more TBA)?: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM"JOHNNYSTORM." Music Video directed by Katie LeCluyse • Tarji J. IrbyHost: Tarji J. IrbyInfo: MB TALKBACK PANEL “IT’S IN THE MUSIC” Where Is The Soul Of Music Going—And What’s The Cost Of Losing It? PANELIST: Cast members—director Tarji J. Irby, music producer Steve Keitt, MajestyDaRebel, motivational speaker and rap artist, Jessica Spaulding of Harlem Chocolate Factory, and students from the Joseph Gabriel Foundation (more TBA)?: 12:00 PM - 01:00 PM"DA FLY TRAP" - New Social Media Experiment directed by Prince SmithHost: Prince SmithInfo: MB TALKBACK PANEL “ARE YOU WOKE???” Mental Health, Street Life, & Waking Up From the Illusion PANELIST: Filmmaker Prince Smith, NYC Street Artist UnCuttArt, CannaDiva (more TBA) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/new-york/the-peoples-film-festival-2025-mental-blocks-talk-back-series/100001341968537019 - **Event Categories**: entertainment, health-wellness, mental-health, art, festivals, business, nonprofit - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: New York - **state**: NY - **country**: United States - **location**: MAYSLES CINEMA - **lat**: 40.80942599999999 - **long**: -73.944795 - **full address**: MAYSLES CINEMA, 343 Malcolm X Blvd, New York, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: THE PEOPLE'S FILM FESTIVAL 2025 - MENTAL BLOCKS: TALK BACK SERIES - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/9b0ac877cd6be3627e605bc13cda06010f176dedaa5e2ae601edee81cf535163-rimg-w1200-h600-dc161718-gmir.jpg?v=1747137657 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is THE PEOPLE'S FILM FESTIVAL 2025 - MENTAL BLOCKS: TALK BACK SERIES being held? - **A:** THE PEOPLE'S FILM FESTIVAL 2025 - MENTAL BLOCKS: TALK BACK SERIES takes place on Sat, 31 May, 2025 at 10:00 am to Sat, 31 May, 2025 at 01:00 pm at MAYSLES CINEMA, 343 Malcolm X Blvd, New York, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing THE PEOPLE'S FILM FESTIVAL 2025 - MENTAL BLOCKS: TALK BACK SERIES? - **A:** THE PEOPLE'S FILM FESTIVAL 2025 - MENTAL BLOCKS: TALK BACK SERIES is organized by THE PEOPLE'S FILM FESTIVAL. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** THE PEOPLE'S FILM FESTIVAL 2025 - MENTAL BLOCKS: TALK BACK SERIES is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in New York, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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