The Watermelon Woman (re-release) in Amsterdam

Experience Cheryl Dunye's groundbreaking 1996 film 'The Watermelon Woman' back on the big screen. This docu-drama follows a young filmmaker on her quest to uncover the identity of an obscure 1930s actress. By exploring the marginalized history of Black queer women in Hollywood, Dunye delivers a poignant yet humorous critique of historical archives. Don't go to the cinema alone; find a movie buddy on the Cinemeet app and discover this cult classic together.