“An electrifying story…feels just as vital and necessary to the cultural conversation as it did over thirty years ago” –Film School Rejects

With its U.S. premiere at the Sundance Film Festival, JUST ANOTHER GIRL ON THE I.R.T. introduced audiences to the trailblazing writer-director Harris, who took home a special jury prize for her debut. The story—about Chantal, a Black teenager living in Brooklyn, determined to realize her dreams of going to college and getting out of the projects—was, as Harris states in the end credits, “A Film Hollywood Dared Not Do.”

Chantel Mitchell is a confident and ambitious teen living in Brooklyn with big dreams of becoming a successful doctor. As she navigates the challenges of adolescence, Chantel faces unexpected hurdles when she becomes pregnant. The film explores the complexities of teenage pregnancy, family dynamics, and societal expectations. Chantel grapples with the choices she must make concerning her education, relationships, and the impact of motherhood on her future. JUST ANOTHER GIRL ON THE I.R.T. addresses issues of race, gender, and socioeconomic factors, providing a realistic portrayal of a young woman’s struggles and aspirations.

Though warmly received upon its release—the film won the Special Jury Prize at Sundance—Harris was never able to get another feature financed. More than three decades after its release, JUST ANOTHER GIRL ON THE I.R.T. stands as a testament to both the perseverance of Black filmmakers as well as the frustrations visited upon them by an industry that too rarely understands their talents.

This film screens as part of Arkadin’s month long tribute to the best of Black genre filmmaking!

THEATER POLICIES

All seats are first-come, first-served.

The theater opens one hour prior to showtime, except for “Happy Hour” events when the theater will open at the event’s start time.

All ages are welcome at Arkadin except for Drinkolas Cage events, which are restricted to 21+. We follow the MPAA rating guidelines for all other films.

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