“Open Screen: The Forum”

Public Functionary, 1500 Jackson St. NE, presents “Open Screen: The Forum,” a free three-week program that combines screenings, workshops, panels and scenic installation, May 1-18. Film screenings include “All Dirt Roads Taste of Salt,” the debut feature by Raven Jackson which traces the life of a Black woman in Mississippi through quiet, poetic scenes — holding space for memory, grief and love. Short film blocks programmed by local filmmakers highlight work from queer, trans, Black, Indigenous, Latino and Hmong artists. Cinefilmu will curate scenic installations exploring themes of kinship. The installations will stay on view during open hours for Art-A-Whirl weekend (May 16-18). Throughout the festival, Cinefilmu and YAYASAGA will present a scenic art installation, Granny’s House, that invites rest, celebration and care. Free admission to all events, workshops require RSVP. publicfunctionary.org/openscreenforum2025