# Event Details - **Event Name**: Filmmaking with Purpose—A Fundraiser for Social Justice Film SILENT PARTNER - **Event Start and End Date**: Tue, 12 May, 2026 at 06:00 pm – Tue, 12 May, 2026 at 09:30 pm (-04:00) - **Event Description**: Catch a sneak peek, tell us how the film should end, and support a powerful social justice film while enjoying good vibes and great company.About this EventJoin Us for a Fundraiser for New Independent Social Justice Feature Film, SILENT PARTNER, and Join the Conversation.Get ready for an unforgettable evening celebrating the power of storytelling and bringing an important new Social Justice Film to life. This is your chance to connect with passionate folks, catch a sneak peek at the film, and support a meaningful cause—all in person.Don't miss out on this unique experience to make a difference and engage in a fantastic conversation with the creator Roderick Lawrence (star of TINA! The Tina Turner Musical), producer Salma Qarnain (former Managing Director of DC's Synetic Theater, ex-AOL, and original Broadway cast of LIFE OF PI), and producer Tonya Rutherford (attorney & legacy coach, ex-AOL, ex-Verizon), with special guest Marcus Johnson!Join the discussion to tell us how the film should end!https://vimeo.com/1038738396To watch the teaser above, please enter SPT-26.Logline: A Black couple’s strength is tested when the ambitious husband, a star defense attorney at a white-shoe law firm, is thrust into a controversial stand-your-ground case in which he must defend a White woman who murdered a Black teen.SILENT PARTNER is co-written by DMV native and resident James J. Johnson and directed by Academy Member Eric Branco (DP of CLEMENCY) in a stunning directorial debut. The film stars Roderick Lawrence (TINA), Susan Heyward (THE BOYS), and Jeff Perry (SCANDAL). The film is based on the short film of the same name that screened at 25 festivals, won 13 awards, was an HBO Max Short Film Competition finalist, and qualified for the Oscars. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/0a3b5cd0-37ef-11f1-8dfe-373c02824b1c-rimg-w1110-h740-dc040404-gmir.jpg This event is sponsored by The Greater Washington Urban League Entrepreneurship Center.Agenda🕑: 06:00 PM - 06:30 PMStep and Repeat, Conversation, and Relationship Building🕑: 06:30 PM - 08:00 PMSneak Peek of the New Feature🕑: 08:00 PM - 09:00 PMLive Fundraiser and Conversation: Legacy, Purpose, How It Should End🕑: 09:00 PM - 09:30 PMPost-event chats - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/washington/filmmaking-with-purpose—a-fundraiser-for-social-justice-film-silent-partner/100001987339288309 - **Event Categories**: entertainment, nonprofit, festivals, contests, business, live-music, art, theatre, storytelling - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 23.18, max: 23.18, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Washington - **state**: DC - **country**: United States - **location**: Busboys and Poets - **lat**: 38.9022371 - **long**: -77.0180877 - **full address**: Busboys and Poets, 450 K Street Northwest, Washington, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Filmmaking with Purpose—A Fundraiser for Social Justice Film SILENT PARTNER - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/9fefd3216f6ef53071ddf43d1a61aa3646851647d3d81306bc4e94a319305d39-rimg-w1200-h675-dcedeeee-gmir.jpg?v=1776163530 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Filmmaking with Purpose—A Fundraiser for Social Justice Film SILENT PARTNER being held? - **A:** Filmmaking with Purpose—A Fundraiser for Social Justice Film SILENT PARTNER takes place on Tue, 12 May, 2026 at 06:00 pm to Tue, 12 May, 2026 at 09:30 pm at Busboys and Poets, 450 K Street Northwest, Washington, United States. - **Q**: How much do tickets cost for Filmmaking with Purpose—A Fundraiser for Social Justice Film SILENT PARTNER? - **A:** Tickets for Filmmaking with Purpose—A Fundraiser for Social Justice Film SILENT PARTNER are priced at USD 23 per person. Here's a full breakdown of available ticket types:Ticket TypePriceAvailabilityGeneral AdmissionUSD 23 + USD 3 feeAvailable - **Q**: Who is organizing Filmmaking with Purpose—A Fundraiser for Social Justice Film SILENT PARTNER? - **A:** Filmmaking with Purpose—A Fundraiser for Social Justice Film SILENT PARTNER is organized by Black Man Films. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Filmmaking with Purpose—A Fundraiser for Social Justice Film SILENT PARTNER is ideal for party-goers, social butterflies, and anyone looking for a great night out with music, drinks, and good vibes. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Washington, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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