L.A. Rebellion: A Cinematic Movement Screening & Panel

The L.A. Rebellion was a group of Black filmmakers who studied at UCLA in the late 1960s through the 1980s and built an independent cinema on their own terms. On Sunday, October 25, Lore brings that legacy into a room on Degnan Boulevard with a documentary screening followed by a conversation. If you are looking through things to do in Los Angeles this month and want something with real film history behind it, this is a strong pick.

When: Sunday, October 25, 2026, 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM Where: 4334 Degnan Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90008 (venue listed as TBA) Price: Free, with registration on Eventbrite Presented by: Lore

What to expect

The listing describes a documentary screening and a conversation with filmmakers and artists, all exploring the legacy of Black independent cinema. The event flyer names four featured guests: Alile Sharon Larkin, Ben Caldwell, Bryant Griffin and Storme Bright Sweet. The panel is moderated by Jheanelle Brown.

The listing does not publish the title of the film being shown or a minute-by-minute schedule, so treat the three-hour window as the span of the evening. Check the Eventbrite page before you go for any updates from the organizers.

Why it matters

Films from this movement shaped how everyday Black life in Los Angeles gets pictured on screen, and many of them were made with small crews and very little money. Hearing from people connected to that work in person, rather than reading about it, is the point of an evening like this. It also makes a good fit for anyone who follows local arts and culture and wants a free night out.

Getting there

The address is on Degnan Boulevard in the 90008 area, in the Leimert Park part of the city. Street parking is common on the surrounding blocks, but give yourself a few extra minutes on a Sunday evening. The venue is listed as TBA on the ticketing page, so confirm the entrance with the address above and the Eventbrite listing.

Registration is free, but it is worth claiming a spot early, since small rooms fill up. For more screenings, talks and exhibitions, browse our arts and culture events and see what else is among the upcoming events in Los Angeles.