"Santa Fe Resident Too" Film Screening and Discussion

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Program Type:

Film, Talk

Age Group:

Everyone

Program Description

Event Details

Celebrating Black History, Future, and Culture

 

Film Screening and Discussion with Director Terry Ngo

Santa Fe Resident Too

Through reflection, wit, and humor, retired Black opera singer, James Butler, shares his experiences as a singer and how he came to be in Santa Fe. 

James Butler

Santa Fe Resident Too is a poignant micro-documentary that sheds light on the life and reflections of James Butler, a retired opera singer, while exploring the issue of historical racism in opera. Directed and produced by Terry Ngo with the support of NMWIF and the Santa Fe Opera, this short film offers viewers a compelling glimpse into Butler's experiences and the vibrant community of Santa Fe.⁠

Director: Terry Ngo

Producer: Terry Ngo

Talent: James Butler, Phuong Vu

Year Released: 2023

Length: 00:20:00

Terry Ngo

Terry Ngo is a writer, director, producer, editor, and actor. Her films include Santa Fe Resident, Granny Boot Camp (nominated for Best Short at the Viet Film Fest and won Best Comedy at the Madrid Film Festival), C a m p, and Ofrenda. The films good enough, Show Up, and Thread were collaborations with her husband Nick Stofocik. Her films have all been on the film festival circuit. She is the proud recipient of the NMWIF Finishing Funds Grant for the documentary Santa Fe Resident Too.