NEW RELEASE by Angela Bowen This poignant collection is about a journey of self-discovery, childhood innocence and experience. Aleta’s stories offer a rare window into the thoughts and actions of a little girl growing up in Boston’s inner city in the 1940s and 50s. Her stories are unflinching, unpredictable, timeless and universal. Read More… Out … Continue reading
Passionate Pursuits
The Passionate Pursuits of Angela Bowen is a documentary film in progress. The goal to complete the film is 2013. Fearless Provocative Compassionate Inspirational For over six decades, Angela Bowen has pursued her life passions while applying the lessons and values she acquired during her youth. The PASSIONATE PURSUITS of … Continue reading
Look Us in the Eye: Old Women’s Project
A timeless film about ageism and activism In “Look Us in the Eye,” Cynthia Rich, Mannie Garza and Janice Keaffaber take the stereotypes of an ageist culture and turn them on their heads. Wearing brilliant t-shirts that declare “Old Women are Your Future” and carrying their giant multi-ethnic old woman puppet, POWER (Pissed Old Woman … Continue reading
Look Me in the Eye: Old Women Aging and Ageism
A book by Barbara Macdonald and Cynthia Rich. Barbara Macdonald courageously identifies ageism as a central feminist issue. Cynthia Rich has generously signed and donated this barrier-breaking book in support of Profile Productions. Purchase
The Edge of Each Other’s Battles: The Vision of Audre Lorde
This film is about Lorde’s broad social vision and the translation of that vision into an historic transnational conference. Audre Lorde (1934-1992) has been intrinsically important to the development of second wave U.S. feminism. Author of 15 books of poetry and prose, she was poet Laureate of New York State from 1991-1993. She consistently challenged … Continue reading
An Audio Profile of Audre Lorde
The profile weaves together readings and interviews with Audre Lorde, and includes conversations with writers and activists Adrienne Rich, Alice Walker, Joseph Beam and others. The CD is an intimate way to experience a founding mother of Black Feminism. ” Lorde’s eloquent passion for the language she speaks and writes is something I need to hear.” … Continue reading