Complimentary Film Screening: Perdido

Join us on February 8th, 2025, for the complimentary film screening of the highly praised feature film PERDIDO, starring Hannah Hall (The CHI) and Reggie Watkins (Bosch.) In the movie Perdido, an African American man reluctantly goes to therapy after a traumatic run-in with the law triggers repressed memories of his past. Meet the cast, filmmakers, mental health counselors, and members of the “Exonerated Five.” The screening is complimentary. Please reserve your tickets using the link in the comments below

RSVP link:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-stigma-of-mental-illness-on-black-brown-men-hosted-by-dr-gardere-tickets-1090313660509?aff=oddtdtcreator

Agenda
3:00 PM – 4:30 PM

Mental Health & Wellness Resource Fair

Muhammad Bilal, Event Organizer

Dionna El, Event Organizer

Our mental health and wellness resource fair will feature 15 community-based organizations offering free and affordable resources across New York City to our 800+ event attendees.
4:30 PM – 6:00 PM

Red Carpet Walk & Private Screening of The Film, PERDIDO

Dr. Jeffrey Gardere, Host

Roxie, Co-Host

Our Red Carpet Walk & Private Film Screening (of the groundbreaking film Perdido – by invitation only) will be hosted by Dr. Gardere and co-hosted by Roxie.
6:00 PM – 7:00 PM

Interactive Discussion with Director Muhammad Bilal & Cast Members

Dr. Jeffrey Gardere, Moderator
Muhammad Bilal, Director
Fidel Vicioso, Actor
Eric Carter, Actor

Dr. Gardere and Roxie will interview the director of Perdido along with select cast Eric Carter and Fidel Vicioso. The audience will be able to ask the director questions and cast mem…