As Detroit readies for the 50th anniversary of the events from July ‘67 (a riot or rebellion, depending on who you ask), a Hollywood film could take center stage later this month. Detroit, directed by Kathryn Bigelow, details the events at the Algiers Motel, where three young men were murdered and nine others were badly […]
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On Wednesday June 21st, the city of Detroit takes a good look in the mirror with the local film premiere of Tylor Norwood’s 2016 documentary, “The United States of Detroit.” After a thirty year hiatus from screening films, New Center’s Fisher Theatre will open its historic and decadent doors to a film screening and panel […]
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“What does the future of Detroit look like?” “It could be a great place….but this World, is a Motherfucker,” Trick Trick explains to host, Zach Goldbaum. This Noisey episode heads to Detroit to meet Big Sean, Danny Brown, and see how the city is rebounding from the brink of collapse. This short documentary explores the […]
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“Katai captures what can be called ‘contemporary counter-culture’ seen through the use of subtle color, imagination, and intent. Heavily inspired by ancient eastern spirituality he addresses modern day concerns with the use of photography, cinematography, and digital manipulation. Katai explores concepts such as identity, propaganda, and meditation with a reactionary method of creation, resulting in […]
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“By sharing a little of my story, I hope that listeners understand me more and feel connected to my truth and creative work. I hope viewers feel inspired by my experiences and can take some good from [it].” In collaboration with Reel Clever Films, local Detroit creative & musician LALA TRIPS brings a new form […]
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Eleven years after techno legend Jeff Mills released Exhibitionist, this September 25th he will finally release Exhibitionist 2. Exhibitionist 2 is a documentary film that explores into the art form of DeeJaying – showing graphic views of how a DJ manages himself with the usage of new DJ technology. This project consists in capturing the DJ […]
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PLAYGROUND DETROIT is pleased to premiere “How Was Your Weekend?” by The Right Brothers’ Andrew Miller and Jamaican Queens’ drummer Ryan Clancy, leading us back to 2015’s unforgettable Movement Electronic Music Festival. The heavy vibrations of Paxahau’s Movement have had time to linger, resonating within Detroit’s city limits and reverberating back from the “droves” of international attendees. With time comes […]
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Brother and sister pair Jack and Leigh Ruby had spent their childhood in a small town of upstate New York where they naturally became close with the local proprietors; like Matt, the owner of a convenience store. In 1975 Matt found himself in a financial struggle against a plummeting economy and a newly opened discount […]
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PLAYGROUND DETROIT is thrilled to host the private screening of the magical documentary film N’kisi Concorde to kick off the beginning of Selections + Selectors film series at The Carr Center! We just got back from our NYC screening of the film at The Wythe Hotel and left a room full of New Yorkers mesmerized. [Check […]
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The Brewster Douglass Projects were demolished last year, but Detroit and what’s left behind of them is anything but a ‘blank slate’. This is a documentary about the first public housing for low income Americans, takes an unconventional look inside the historic buildings, introducing the viewer to lifelong residents, activists who fought to keep the […]
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Selections + Selectors has invited PLAYGROUND DETROIT to guest host an evening of their film series with a private screening April 7th of the film N’kisi Concorde at the Wythe Hotel in Williamsburg, Brooklyn. This screening will also kickoff the beginning of a summer residency series at The Carr Center in Detroit of Selections + […]
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The Freep Film Festival showcases films that are about or relevant to Detroit, the region and Michigan in the hopes of fostering engagement and discussion about the issues and challenges we face while at the same time celebrating what makes us unique. The Festival kicks off today and runs through the weekend in Detroit. The […]
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