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Lightworks: J
Dilla Filmmaker Talk

When
Saturday, 14 November
13:00–15:30
Price
$20
About

Part of the second annual Lightworks Weekend, this W3rkshop honors J Dilla with a conversation with filmmakers Joseph Patel and Darby Wheeler, whose work includes Hip-Hop Evolution, Summer of Soul and Sly Lives! They discuss their current documentary on the life and times of J Dilla, followed by a 30-minute Q&A. Sterling Toles moderates. No cell phones allowed. Tickets are $20 per workshop, and registration is required.

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Where
Underground Music Academy, Detroit
2990 East Grand Blvd, 2nd Floor, Detroit
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