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The
Organization of Black Screenwriters, Inc. (OBS) began
in 1986 to address the lack of black writers represented
within the entertainment industry. Our primary function is
to assist screenwriters in the creation of works for film
and television and to help them present their work to the
industry. As a result of our great efforts and the continued
growth of the organization, we have developed a powerful
network which includes the Writers Guild of America and many
agents, producers, directors and studios.
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OBS General Meeting
Next meeting: Saturday, June
7th.
The Special Election will
be held at this meeting. We will be voting on Board of
Directors & an Assistant Secretary/Financial Secretary
Click here to view the OBS Calendar
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OBS PRESENTS: “NIGHT AT THE MOVIES”
LOS
ANGELES, CA - On May 15, 2008 the Organization of Black
Screenwriters is launching the first of a series of four (4) movie
nights this year where we will showcase short films from OBS
filmmakers/writers as well as other local filmmakers/writers. This
will be an opportunity to observe the creative visions of determined
and passionate individuals.
“Soap and Roses” by Rae Shaw
Soap and roses tells the story of
Raymond, a good-natured Chicago Southside janitor who in his
off-hours volunteers at a local community arts center run by a young
artist, Julissa. When a series of disconcerting episodes occurs in
Raymond’s life, he strikes out at the person he most admires; and
thereafter begins Raymond’s struggle to resolve the consequences of
an act he cannot reconcile. 33 minutes
“Side By Side: The Story of the
50/50 Group of Sierra Leone” by Dwayne Johnson-Cochran
This is the story of a group of
women working together to change politics in the once war-torn
nation of Sierra Leone. 15
minutes
“Old Ladies Driving” by Shawnelle Gibbs and Shawnee Gibbs
Old Ladies Driving follows the
Cadillac adventures of two old friends, Irma and Ruth Anne. It is
the first installation of the fun and irreverent animated comedy
series in the vein of Family Guy and
Dr. Katz. 2:35 minutes
“Voices
of Scleroderma” Directed by Kimberly Allen/Produced by Zelie
Dember-Slack
Excerpts of an interview with AJ
reveal information about her battle with a life-threatening rare
autoimmune disease called Scleroderma, which is characterized by the
hardening of the skin and soft tissue. 6:30 minutes
“One Hot Joint” by Zelie
Dember-Slack
Marvin, a popular high school
senior/drug dealer, has plans to get his classmate Jackie high in
order to steal her virginity by 4th period. To ensure
success, he laces her joint with a few aphrodisiacs, but the results
are far from sexy. Marvin is horrified by the unusual side effects
that Jackie experiences. 12:41 minutes
“The Witness Pt 1 & 2” by
Sylvester Harold
A woman's failure to testify
against the man who raped her, may have caused another woman's
death. 14 minutes
Tickets to “A Night at the Movies”
are $10. There will be a brief Q&A session after the screening.
For more
information, please contact Kimberly Allen at
kallen@obswriter.com (323)
735-2050.
Date: Thursday, May 15, 2008
Time: 7:00pm - 10:00pm (doors open at 6:30)
Place: Golden State Mutual Insurance Building
1999 West Adams Blvd.,
Los Angeles, CA
(The corner of Adams & Western)
Admission: $10, Snack bar available
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Relive OBS' first Celebration of Excellence
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ORGANIZATION OF BLACK SCREENWRITERS MEETING
Saturday,
April 5, 2008 - 10:00AM
MINUTES
Call to Order &
Welcome
Jennifer
Williams
The meeting was
called to order by Jennifer Williams at 10:25 AM. She welcomed all
members and guest.
Approval of
Minutes
Vote Tabled.
General Updates
Jennifer
Williams
Special Election
– Jennifer Williams announced that in June there will be a Special
Election ...
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OBS has a more than
twenty-year legacy of nurturing screenwriters. Founded by writer
Bozana Dzojs Belokosa in 1988, OBS has enjoyed and been enriched by
the support of many in Hollywood throughout the years.

Sidney Poitier spends time
with OBS members after a general meeting in the 1980s.
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