Veteran director John D. Hancock, a Kansas City native, will return to his roots on January 30, 2014 to premiere his newest feature film, SWAN SONG, in a special screening presented by CinemaKC and co-sponsored by the Kansas City Film Critics CIrcle. Mixer begins at 6pm Screening at 7pm A $10 donation will help support…

SHANE W. EVANS delivers a multi-media presentation from his book and animated project ‘CHOCOLATE ME’, co-produced by TAYE DIGGS. This is a family oriented event for all-ages. Shane will be doing a book signing after. http://chocolatemetoo.com/ A $10 DONATION supports the continuing efforts of CinemaKC.

GARY JENKINS presents his rarely-seen documentary FREEDOM SEEKERS:  STORIES FROM THE UNDERGROUND RAILROAD. Jenkins recently premiered his documentary, Gangland Wire in a very successful run at Crown Center.  http://lifedocumentaries.com/   PARKING:  Crown Center Shops entrance off Grand Blvd., Level 3.    IF FULL - Alternative FREE parking is available in the parking garage across the street.  Please use…

STINSON MCLENDON's documentary on the Mutual Musician's Foundation, STILL JAMMIN', plus a grab bag of vintage jazz Soundies from the JOHN BAKER COLLECTION, courtesy of the American Jazz Museum. http://babyefilms.com/ A $10 DONATION supports the continuing efforts of CinemaKC.

A FIRST LOOK at DESTINATION: PLANET NEGRO! by filmmaker and actor KEVIN WILLMOTT.  This will be a wonderful early opportunity to see Willmott's latest sharp-edged comedy! http://www.planetnegro.com/ A $10 donation helps support the efforts of CinemaKC.

Guests: Meagan Flynn, Jennifer Friend, Timothy Friend, Kelsey Amara and Dotty Hamilton Learn about K.C. Women in Film & TV and the Kansas International Film Festival. Plus, watch a short about how a quest for perfection threatens a chance for happiness and two shorts with distinctive visual styles. Hosts: Michelle Davidson and Erin McGrane Films:…