WORLD PREMIERE The men behind the prison walls of Sing Sing Correctional Facility find a much-needed outlet in Beyond the Block, a TED-style public speaking symposium. Conceived and developed by an incarcerated planning committee, the event allows participants to explore their humanity in otherwise adverse circumstances. Beyond follows the presenters, from auditions to triumphant moments on stage, as they express their truths in front of an audience of policy-makers, prison officials, and loved ones. - Brandon Harrison
The first screening will be followed by a Q&A with co-directors/co-producers Asia Johnson and Michael Kleiman, and film participants Leticia Ramirez and James Torres.
The second screening will be followed by a Q&A with co-directors/producers Asia Johnson and Michael Kleiman, co-producer Sean Pica, and film participant James Torres.
The third screening will feature an extended introduction by co-directors/producers Asia Johnson and Michael Kleiman.
All in-person screening venues provide sound amplification headphones upon request with venue management. IFC Center can also provide a T-Coil loop for compatible devices.
Accessibility alert for November 20 screening of Beyond: We have been recently informed by Village East Cinemas that the room where this screening takes place is currently only accessible via a short flight of eight stairs. We apologize for the inconvenience. However, the film is available to view at home as part of DOC NYC’s online festival. Please reach out to ticketing@docnyc.net with any questions.