Join us for a captivating night celebrating Once Again (for the very first time), the 2023 hip-hop fantasia from visionary director Boaz Yakin, known for Fresh (1994) and Remember the Titans (2000). This electrifying film dives into the intense relationship between legendary street dancer DeRay and spoken-word poet Naima, exploring how love, recognition, and trauma can inspire or destroy. The evening kicks off with a filmmaker happy hour at 6pm, followed by a selection of short films from Saul Zaentz Innovation Fund Fellows, leading into the screening of Once Again. Stick around for an engaging Q&A with actor Mecca Verdell, director Boaz Yakin, and Oscar-winning producers Van Lathan and Nicholas Maye (Two Distant Strangers). Whether you're into bold storytelling or fresh, creative vibes, this is a night you won’t want to miss.