Frequently Asked Questions

TCB – The Toni Cade Bambara School of Organizing is a documentary film that explores the life, work, and cultural legacy of writer, filmmaker, and activist Toni Cade Bambara. The film is structured as a series of lessons on cultural organizing, drawn from Bambara’s life and shared through the voices of her friends, colleagues, and students.

Toni Cade Bambara (1939–1995) was a writer, documentary filmmaker, and cultural worker whose work helped define the Black Arts and Black feminist movements. Her writing, teaching, and filmmaking continue to influence conversations around art, education, liberation, and community empowerment.

This film is intended for a wide audience, including educators, students, cultural workers, community organizers, filmmakers, and anyone interested in Black feminist history, cultural organizing, and social justice storytelling.

Screenings of the film are hosted through festivals, educational institutions, and community organizations. Visit the Screenings page to find upcoming events or learn how to host a screening in your community.

Organizations, schools, universities, and community groups can request to host a screening or license the film. Visit the Host a Screening section or contact the team directly for more information about screening options and licensing.

The film was directed by Louis Massiah and Monica Henriquez. Louis Massiah is a documentary filmmaker and founder of the Scribe Video Center, and Monica Henriquez is an editor and director with decades of experience in documentary filmmaking for international broadcasters and public media.

Yes. The film is well suited for classrooms, study groups, and community-based learning environments. It is especially relevant for discussions on Black feminist thought, cultural organizing, media-making, and social change.

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For inquiries about screenings, licensing, or general questions, you can contact the team at inquiry@scribe.org.