CASRAM Presents along with
The solSource Group and Historical Society of Washington, D.C.

Presents Hip Hop Cinema Cafe:

Say My Name

Saturday, Oct 31, 2009
The Historical Society of Washington, D.C.
801 K Street, NW
Washington, DC
3PM to 5PM

In a hip hop and R’n’B world dominated by men and noted for misogyny, the unstoppable female lyricists of Say My Name speak candidly about class, race, and gender in pursuing their passions as female MCs. This worldwide documentary takes viewers on a vibrant tour of urban culture and musical movement: from hip hop’s birthplace in the Bronx, to game on London’s eastside.

Featuring interviews from a diverse cast of women including Remy Ma, Rah Digga, Jean Grae, Erykah Badu, Estelle and newcomers Chocolate Thai, Invincible and Miz Korona, this powerful documentary delves into the amazing personal stories of women balancing professional dreams with the stark realities of poor urban communities, race, sexism and motherhood. The more then 18 artists featured in Say My Name battle for a place in a society that creates few changes for women. From emerging artists filled with new creativity, to true pioneers like MC Lyte, Roxxanne Shante, and Monie Love, these are women turning adversity to art. http://www.saymyname.org

After the film, you are invited to participate in an audience discussion with Princess Of Controversy. Alison Carney, Carolyn Malachi and moderated by Konyka Dunson of WPFW/DCTV.

Princess Of Controversy
http://www.myspace.com/princessofcontroversy

Alison Carney
http://www/alisoncarney.com

Carolyn Malachi
http://www.myspace.com/msmalachi

Konyka Dunson
http://www.indepthwithkonyka.tv

CASRAM PRESENTS:

CASRAM Presents is a series of events leading up to the official 5th Annual CASRAM Festival, scheduled for the week of June 7-12th. Events feature special showcases of leading women in soul and hip-hop, film, art, and a unique performance competition series.

CASRAM Presents gives artists with less publicity an opportunity year round to participate in CASRAM related events under the CASRAM brand. http://www.canasistarockamic.com