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Oakland Originals

Oakland Originals amplifies local voices through documentary filmmaking, showcasing vital stories from Oakland. They host screenings to foster community engagement and support free access to films, enriching cultural narratives in the region.

🎉 Join us for the premiere event of our three new Oakland Originals&nbsp;documentaries on the big screen at the historic Grand Lake theater! 🎉 Our three new &#39;Originals&#39; &ndash; RyanNicole, John Jones III&nbsp;and Gilbert Gong will be on hand for a Q&amp;A after the screening.&nbsp; Following the screening we will be hosting a reception at Mimosa 2 located at 3320 Grand Ave. Join us at this fantastic venue and close out the evening with M2&#39;s signature Vibe-Dining, Southern-Inspired cuisine, and fabulous craft cocktails! All profits from this benefit screening support free community screenings around Oakland and beyond.&nbsp; Thank you for supporting vital Oakland stories!

Oakland Originals Documentaries – OOs and new VIPs only

🎉 Join us for the premiere event of our three new Oakland Originals&nbsp;documentaries on the big screen at the historic Grand Lake theater! 🎉 Our three new &#39;Originals&#39; &ndash; RyanNicole, John Jones III&nbsp;and Gilbert Gong will be on hand for a Q&amp;A after the screening.&nbsp; Following the screening we will be hosting a reception at Mimosa 2 located at 3320 Grand Ave. Join us at this fantastic venue and close out the evening with M2&#39;s signature Vibe-Dining, Southern-Inspired cuisine, and fabulous craft cocktails! All profits from this benefit screening support free community screenings around Oakland and beyond.&nbsp; Thank you for supporting vital Oakland stories!