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Past Screenings
Premiere — Fire, Flour & Fork's Third-Annual John Dabney Dinner at First African Baptist Church | Richmond, VA | November 2, 2017
The Hail-Storm premiered at Fire, Flour & Fork's third-annual John Dabney dinner. This special event honored Dabney and the many hard-working restaurateurs and caterers who extend his legacy in Richmond and beyond. The Dabney-inspired menu followed a thoughtful, inspiring talk by culinary historian Michael Twitty, author of The Cooking Gene, one of the most anticipated books of 2017. We were humbled by the chance to gather, dine, and present the film at First African Baptist Church, where Dabney and his family worshipped.
Pine Camp Cultural Arts Center | Richmond, VA | December 7, 2017
The film screened twice in Northside Richmond on December 7th. Following the evening screening, local radio host and community advocate Gary Flowers spoke with the filmmakers about the tradition of African American entrepreneurship in Richmond.
The Black History Museum and Cultural Center of Virginia | Richmond, VA| February 28, 2018
A capstone to Black History Month, this event celebrated the long tradition of African American culinary excellence and entrepreneurship in Richmond and beyond. In addition to the film, guests enjoyed int juleps and hors d’oeuvres inspired by Dabney, as well as a post-screening discussion with the filmmakers, Hannah Ayers and Lance Warren; Elvatrice Belsches; and Shola Walker, the co-owner and head baker of Mahogany Sweets, a vegan and gluten-free bakery in Jackson Ward.
Historic Middlesex County Courthouse | Saluda, Virginia | March 11, 2018
The screening was followed by a reception featuring refreshments by Rere's Home Cooking, Scott's Catering, and Susie's Heart and Soul. Guests enjoyed a display of African American cookbooks and photographs of local African American culinary figures. Sponsored by the Middle Peninsula African-American Genealogical and Historical Society, the Middlesex Museum and Historical Society, and the Middlesex Branch of the NAACP.
Virginia Association of Museums Annual Conference | Norfolk, VA | March 14, 2018
The filmmakers presented "The Hail-Storm" film and website, demonstrating its rich connections for public programming. Attendees learned how to organize a successful public program connecting with themes of local African American history, family, memory, legacy, and culinary heritage.
Middle Peninsula African American Genealogical and Historical Society Meeting | Tappahannock, VA | May 12, 2018
The film was presented at the monthly meeting of the Middle Peninsula Chapter of AAHGS.
Greater Richmond African American Genealogical and Historical Society Meeting | Richmond, VA | May 19, 2018
The film was presented at the monthly meeting of the Greater Richmond Chapter of AAGHS.
Alamo Winchester Film Club | Alamo Drafthouse, Winchester, VA | June 23, 2018
"The Hail-Storm" was presented along with the documentary "Always at the Carlyle."
Maupintown Film Festival | Jefferson School African American Heritage Center, Charlottesville, VA | July 13, 2018
The film screened as part of the Maupintown Film Festival, an annual free event focusing on celebrating and sharing films of African American history and culture with the Charlottesville community. This year's theme is "Aware of the Evidence." The filmmakers were in attendance for a Q&A.
Festival of African American Film | The Lyceum, Alexandria, VA | July 28, 2018
The Alexandria Black History Museum showed "The Hail-Storm," and "An Outrage," another Field Studio production, as part of a festival of films centering on African American history.
Journeys to Freedom Event, organized by the Northern Neck of Virginia Historical Society | First Baptist Church, Heathsville, VA | August 18, 2018
For the tenth year in a row, the Northern Neck of Virginia Historical Society (NNVHS) hosted a Commemoration of Robert Carter III's 1791 Deed of Emancipation. This year's celebration highlighted African Americans' contributions to food, business, and culture through a screening of "The Hail-Storm" and a performance by the First Baptist Church Choir.
"Bartending while Black: John Dabney's Life and Legacy" at BevCon | Los Angeles, CA | August 21, 2018
The filmmakers present and discussed the film at this conference for spirits, wine, and beer professionals, joined by Tiffanie Barriere, a.k.a. The Drinking Coach and former head bartender of One Flew South.
Skyline Indie Film Festival | Winchester, VA | September 8, 2018
The film was presented at the Bright Box Theatre as part of a program of short films.
Fire, Flour & Fork: John Dabney Sunday Dinner | Virginia Museum of Fine Arts, Richmond, VA | November 4, 2018
The film screened at the fourth annual John Dabney Dinner, which honored Dabney’s catering legacy and featured a dinner prepared by Carla Hall.
Virginia Museum of History & Culture | Richmond, VA | November 29, 2018
The film screened as part of the museum’s Created Equal series. The filmmakers were joined by Samantha Willis, journalist and founder of UntoldRVA, and Nicole Turner, Assistant Professor of History at VCU, for a discussion.
The Prizery | South Boston, VA | Thursday, December 6, 2018
The filmmakers were joined by Elvatrice Belsches, author and historian, and Justin Reid, Director of African American Programs at Virginia Humanities, for a screening and discussion organized by the One Community Initiative and supported by Virginia Humanities. A reception featured dishes inspired by Dabney prepared by local chefs and caterers.