Since this is indeed a celebration of the achievements of blacks and films, the festival will present The Deloris Jordan Award for Excellence in Community Leadership to Jackie Taylor who is the founder and executive director of Chicago’s Black Ensemble Theater.
Following the presentation, guests will be treated to a reception at the Joffrey Tower at the Joffrey Ballet of Chicago.
The festival begins its run August 8th-September 3rd.
Tickets for the opening night reception as well as all of the films are available at SiskelFilmCenter.org