Sammy Davis, Jr: I've Gotta Be Me

Sammy Davis, Jr: I’ve Gotta Be Me

Date and Time

Jul 1, 2018 5:00 pm

Location

450K

450 K St NW, Washington, District of Columbia, 20001

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Description:

The Washington, DC International Film Festival hosts a free screening of SAMMY DAVIS, JR: I’VE GOTTA BE ME. A film exploring the life and times of the legendary entertainer and trailblazing icon. The event will include a

Star of stage and screen, Sammy Davis, Jr. broke racial barriers, but paid a heavy price for it. Defying societal norms, religious and political affiliations, Davis courted controversy many times, but always with grace and honesty. Filmmaker Sam D. Pollard’s new documentary explores the complexities of Davis and his impact on American show business.

The film will be preceded by a live performance by tap dancer Cartier Williams, who has performed with Gregory Hines, Peg Leg Bates, The Nicholas Brothers, Savion Glover and for two U.S. Presidents. The multi-talented hoofer, choreographer and filmmaker calls Washington, DC home.

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