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288 S Second St, San Jose, CA, 95113
288 S Second St, San Jose, CA, 95113

REEL JUSTICE: Cinema for Change

Every story is a revolution.
Every screening is a call to action.

REEL JUSTICE is a bold, urgent, and emotionally charged film series at 3Below Theaters that confronts injustice and celebrates resistance through the lens of Black American lives, voices, and history. These are not just films – they’re flashpoints for dialogue and change. From civil rights icons to modern-day movements, from systemic racism to cultural resilience, this series explores identity, activism, freedom, and the fight for dignity and equity. Each screening pairs powerful storytelling with dynamic community conversations designed to deepen understanding and inspire collective action.

Social justice isn’t a moment – it’s a movement. These films challenge, educate, and awaken. They ask us not just to watch, but to listen, learn, and stand up. Join us in a season of cinema that doesn’t just reflect the world – it demands we change it.

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Past Events

If you missed one of these events, be sure you’re on our e-list to hear about the return of favorites like these as well as announcements for new events.

SUMMER OF SOUL

June 11, 2025

An electrifying celebration of Black music, pride, and cultural power — nearly lost to history. Questlove’s documentary turns a buried treasure into a revelation that demands to be seen (and heard). You’ll leave inspired and uplifted.



SELMA

June 19, 2025

Witness the courage, strategy, and sacrifice behind one of the most pivotal moments in civil rights history. Selma reminds us how far we’ve come – and how far we still have to go.

DO THE RIGHT THING

June 26, 2025

A bold, urgent portrait of race, power, and community that feels just as relevant today as it did in 1989. This is Spike Lee at his most explosive and essential.

I AM NOT YOUR NEGRO

July 3, 2025

James Baldwin’s words ignite the screen in this poetic, searing examination of race in America. A must-see for anyone serious about understanding injustice – and challenging it.

THE HATE U GIVE

July 10, 2025

Torn between two worlds, a teen finds her voice amid tragedy. This powerful film demands that we listen—and act.

SHIRLEY

July 17, 2025

Shirley tells the trailblazing story of Shirley Chisholm, the first Black woman to run for President of the United States, capturing her bold 1972 campaign and unwavering fight for justice, equity, and representation.

FOLLOWING HARRY

July 31, 2025

Follow the extraordinary life of Harry Belafonte — artist, rebel, and humanitarian. This tribute illuminates how one voice can influence generations and shift the cultural landscape.



MAYA ANGELOU:
AND STILL I RISE

August 7, 2025

Celebrate the towering legacy of a poet, performer, and truth-teller who changed the world with words. This moving portrait will leave you lifted, inspired, and empowered.

KAEPERNICK & AMERICA

August 14, 2025

From the NFL to the frontlines of protest, Colin Kaepernick’s journey is fearless and unflinching.
This timely film explores what it takes to risk everything for what’s right.

MLK/FBI

August 21, 2025

A jaw-dropping exposé of the U.S. government’s surveillance and harassment of Dr. King. This thriller-like documentary exposes the fears that power holds toward radical change.

ASSEMBLY

August 24, 2025

Created by and for youth activists, Assembly is a call to action for the next generation. This is the future of resistance—raw, hopeful, and real.

JUDAS AND THE
BLACK MESSIAH

August 28, 2025

A gripping story of betrayal and revolution, rooted in the true-life assassination of Fred Hampton. Urgent, electrifying, and unforgettable. This Oscar-winning drama exposes the government’s war on Black leadership.

BLACKKKLANSMAN

September 4, 2025

Wildly entertaining and razor-sharp, this true story is stranger — and more powerful — than fiction. Spike Lee’s genre-busting triumph hits hard, speaks truth, and refuses to be ignored.

TILL

September 11, 2025

This devastating dramatization of Mamie Till-Mobley’s fight for justice will break your heart – and strengthen your resolve.

RESPECT

September 18, 2025

Aretha Franklin’s music changed the world—this film reminds us why her voice, and her fight, still matter.

AMERICAN
FICTION

September 25, 2025

A sharp, satirical take on race, representation, and the publishing world. American Fiction will make you laugh, think, and rethink everything you thought you knew.

Please note:

All events, dates, times, and actors/presenters are subject to change. Be sure you’re on our e-list so you stay up to date with any changes to the schedule and visit our social media pages for any last minute announcements.