VIRGINIA FILM FESTIVAL | Oct 25-29, 2023

36th Annual VIRGINIA FILM FESTIVAL October 25-29, 2023

Citizen Ashe

Citizen Ash FINAL

Citizen Ashe follows legendary African American tennis player, activist, and Virginia native Arthur Ashe as he dominates in a predominantly white sport and creates a trail of activism for racial justice. Narrated by Ashe himself, the film not only gives a glimpse into Ashe’s life but also offers a sociological look into the sport of tennis and the racial trauma surrounding it. Discussion with President and CEO of United Way of Greater Charlottesville, Ravi Respeto, and Marketing Director of United Way of Greater Charlottesville, Price Thomas 

Presented by United Way of Greater Charlottesville

Date

Saturday, October 30

Time

6:00 PM

Location

Violet Crown 5

Film Info

Director: Rex Miller, Sam Pollard

Runtime: 95 min.

Genre: Documentaries

Year: 2021

Language: English

Featuring: Johnnie Ashe, Stephanie Cookie Carson, Donald Dell.