Free matinees at the Seattle Art Museum explore themes from art on view at SAM and bring ideas from the museumâs exhibitions, collections, and programs to the big screen. Check out SAM Films for all upcoming events and details.
Show up early at 1:30 pm to get the best seat and enjoy a special curated playlist!
BLKNWS: Terms & Conditions
dir. Kahlil Joseph, 2025, 1h 53m
This 2025 documentary is artist Kahlil Joseph's directorial debut. The film explores themes of Black history, identity, and consciousness, blending fiction and history through the experiences of W.E.B. Du Bois and Marcus Garvey, alongside various artists and musicians. It premiered at the Sundance Film Festival on January 27, 2025, and is adapted from Kahlil Joseph's video art installation of the same name.