Best known for its inspirational and thought-provoking documentaries, the 2016 Sankofa Film Series will showcase four inspiring films featuring Misty Copeland, Nina Simone, Gordon Parks and August Wilson.

All films begin at 6 p.m. (end times vary) and include complimentary admission, parking and light refreshments for all guests. Following each screening, a guest speaker will lead a brief discussion on the selected documentary.

For more information about this series, contact the Detroit Center: (313) 593-3584 or detroitcenter@umich.edu

Half Past Autumn: The Life and Works of Gordon Parks
April 8 – 6-8:30 p.m.
(Director: Craig Laurence Rice)
An intimate look at the life and career of photographer, writer, musician and filmmaker Gordon Parks.