WELCOME TO REFRAMING CINEMA FILM FESTIVAL

About the REFRAMING Cinema Film Festival

The REFRAMING Cinema Film Festival (RCFF) was born out of necessity—an urgent response to the ongoing lack of opportunities, funding, and platforms for filmmakers of color. Too often, our stories are told through an outsider’s lens, misrepresented, or left untold. RCFF was created to reclaim that narrative and provide a dedicated space where minority voices are not just included but celebrated and prioritized.

As a first-year festival, RCFF is more than just a new event—it is the start of a movement to reshape how films by Black, Creole, Indigenous, and other underrepresented creatives are seen, valued, and distributed. By providing a stage for authentic storytelling across genres, RCFF aims to challenge the status quo, elevate new perspectives, and cultivate a thriving ecosystem of minority filmmakers and artists. This is just the beginning, and we expect RCFF to continue growing year after year, expanding its reach and impact within the film industry.

WHAT IS REFRAMING?

Our name isn’t just a title, it’s a mission statement:

Redefining – Transforming how stories by people of color are told.
Excellence – Honoring the artistic and technical achievements of minority filmmakers.
For – Building a platform for historically overlooked voices.
Representation – Centering diverse perspectives on-screen and behind the lens.
Amplifying – Elevating stories, voices, and creative works that shape cultural identity.
Minority – Highlighting the richness of underrepresented cultures through film.
Innovation – Encouraging new approaches to filmmaking.
Narratives in – Preserving histories, traditions, and lived experiences through cinema.
Global Cinema – Connecting filmmakers locally and internationally.

Discover Reframing Cinema Film Festival

A FIRST-OF-ITS-KIND EXPERIENCE

Taking place May 23-25, 2025, at the LITE Center in Lafayette, Louisiana, the inaugural RCFF will set the foundation for what will become a lasting tradition of celebrating diverse cinema. Attendees can expect:

Feature and short film screenings spanning multiple genres.
Student film showcases designed to highlight emerging talent.
Industry panels and breakout sessions featuring leading filmmakers and experts.
An opening night ArtWalk mixer with live music and networking opportunities.
A VIP brunch and Zydeco documentary premiere for an exclusive audience.
Opportunities to connect with industry professionals and fellow creatives.

THE ORGANIZATION BEHIND RCFF

A FIRST-OF-ITS-KIND EXPERIENCE

The REFRAMING Cinema Film Festival is produced by Vues de Culture, a nonprofit media organization dedicated to developing and producing cultural narratives across all artistic disciplines, including film, visual arts, music, and literature. Recognizing that authentic storytelling is multi-dimensional, Vues de Culture creates content that reflects the broad spectrum of artistic expression within communities of color.

The board of directors is composed entirely of Black professionals whose careers span various industries, including law, media, film production, branding, and community advocacy. This intentional diversity of expertise allows the festival to be strategically built with a broad and innovative perspective, ensuring a highly collaborative, dynamic, and impactful festival experience.

RCFF is not just an event, it is the beginning of a new legacy in cinema. We know that this first year is just the start, and we anticipate RCFF growing into a premiere destination for filmmakers, artists, and audiences passionate about diverse storytelling. Join us for this groundbreaking first edition as we celebrate the voices that have too long been overlooked and work toward building a more inclusive and representative film industry.

MISSION STATEMENT

The REFREMING Cinema Film Festival exists to create a space where stories are told by us, from us—stories that have long lived as oral traditions and can now be translated into compelling visual narratives. Our mission is to provide opportunities for African Americans and other people of color to participate in every element of filmmaking, including writing, directing, producing, and cinematography. This festival also partners with Black artists from various mediums to showcase their work to arts professionals, collectors, and the broader creative community, ensuring their contributions reach audiences within and beyond the arts world.

VISION STATEMENT

MISSION STATEMENT

We envision a world where stories about us are told by us—where narratives from historically marginalized communities are not just seen but understood and valued. The Reframing Cinema Film Festival seeks to demonstrate the vast talent of Black, Creole, and Indigenous filmmakers, extending into film genres where these voices have often been overlooked. Our goal is to showcase the depth and breadth of our creative contributions while preserving cultural heritage through visual storytelling and encouraging industry professionals to recognize these talents across all genres.

CORE VALUES

AUTHENTICITY

CULTURAL PERSERVATION

We prioritize stories that stay true to the lived experiences of underrepresented communities, particularly Black, Creole, Indigenous, and other communities of color.

CULTURAL PERSERVATION

Our films and events serve as a means of documenting and preserving cultural practices, languages, and stories for future generations.

INNOVATION IN STORYTELLING

We encourage filmmakers to break new ground in narrative techniques, visual. storytelling, and audience engagement.

EQUITY & REPRESENTATION

INNOVATION IN STORYTELLING

Our selection process and event programming reflect our commitment to providing opportunities for filmmakers of color, ensuring diverse voices are heard both on and off the screen.

MEET THE TEAM BEHIND THE FESTIVAL

This festival is being organized by Vues de Culture, a nonprofit organization. The founding board members are:

Milton Arceneaux – President, Filmmaker, Photographer, Cultural Advocate
Corey J. Frank – Vice President, Communications Strategist, Branding Expert
Maisha Zuri Chargois – Treasurer, Community Leader, Cultural Preservationist
Micaéla M. Simpson, Esq. – Board Member, Legal Advisor, Media & Brand Consultant
Dawn P. Arceneaux, APRN, FNP – Board Member, Healthcare Advocate
Dustin Cravins – Board Member, Political, Media & Cultural Consultant
Robert Chevalier, Esq. – Board Member, Legal Advisor, Attorney & Policy Consultant

WELCOME TO REFRAMING CINEMA FILM FESTIVAL

About the REFRAMING Cinema Film Festival

WHAT IS REFRAMING?

Discover Reframing Cinema Film Festival

A FIRST-OF-ITS-KIND EXPERIENCE

A FIRST-OF-ITS-KIND EXPERIENCE

A FIRST-OF-ITS-KIND EXPERIENCE

THE ORGANIZATION BEHIND RCFF

A FIRST-OF-ITS-KIND EXPERIENCE

A FIRST-OF-ITS-KIND EXPERIENCE

MISSION STATEMENT

MISSION STATEMENT

MISSION STATEMENT

VISION STATEMENT

MISSION STATEMENT

MISSION STATEMENT

CORE VALUES

AUTHENTICITY

CULTURAL PERSERVATION

CULTURAL PERSERVATION

CULTURAL PERSERVATION

CULTURAL PERSERVATION

CULTURAL PERSERVATION

INNOVATION IN STORYTELLING

INNOVATION IN STORYTELLING

INNOVATION IN STORYTELLING

EQUITY & REPRESENTATION

INNOVATION IN STORYTELLING

INNOVATION IN STORYTELLING

MEET THE TEAM BEHIND THE FESTIVAL

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