Stuart Cinema & Cafe, launching this fall at 84 Belmont Ave., seeks to offer affordable cinematic experiences to the Brownsville community, featuring independent films alongside Hollywood hits. Founder Emelyn Stuart emphasizes inclusivity through programs like $5 movie nights for SNAP recipients and senior discounts. A unique 'mystery day' dedicated to Black films every last Thursday of the month ensures representation. This $4 million project arose from collaboration with local organizations and aims to enhance community access to diverse film content and dining options from the soul food restaurant, Cornbread.
"If you receive SNAP, your kids can watch movies for $5 once a month," said Stuart, who also mentioned a senior discount program for $10, plus free popcorn.
"At least you're guaranteed to watch something with people who look like you, watching something that has people that look like you on the screen," said Stuart. "That's how this started - I wanted to decide what people watch, and I wanted to decide who has access."
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