‘This Is Not Chiraq’ Explores The Aftermath Of Violence

This Is Not Chiraq
A scene from "This Is Not Chiraq." Gene Siskel Film Center
This Is Not Chiraq
A scene from "This Is Not Chiraq." Gene Siskel Film Center

‘This Is Not Chiraq’ Explores The Aftermath Of Violence

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The Black Harvest Film Festival has explored the stories, images, heritage, and history of the black experience in the U.S and around the world for 22 years. We discuss one of this year’s features, This Is Not Chiraq, a TV series pilot. We speak with filmmaker Noel Occomy and executive producer Rodger Jackson. 

The Black Harvest Film festival takes place at the Gene Siskel Film Center through September 1.