Registration opens:
July 08th, 2025 7:00pm

Film Screening: "Don't Be Nice"

For Teens and Adults

About the Event

Come watch the powerful and thought-provoking film, Don't Be Nice, an emotional and inspiring documentary that dives deep into issues of race, gender, identity, and sexual politics in America today. It’s more than just a competition documentary—it’s also a moving look at a group of poets working through real and difficult conversations in a writer's workshop, all while trying to make a meaningful impact through their words.

This screening is especially for those who are interested in poetry and open to exploring complex societal topics, including police brutality, the lived experiences of Black communities, and the challenges faced by the racialized 2SLGBTQIA+ community.

We’ll have popcorn available to enjoy and after the film, we’ll host a short, participant-led discussion where you can share your thoughts or just listen in.

Everyone is welcome—bring your curiosity and your voice.

Photography Notice: Please note that photographs and video may be taken at this event and may be broadcast, reproduced and/or made available in print or online. For individual or small group photos, staff will make attendees aware of their presence and will ask permission before taking photos.

For larger public events, please note that by attending, you are consenting to the use of your appearance, image and voice in print or digital productions created by the Waterloo Public Library for promotional use only. Please speak to library staff at the event if you’d like to be excluded from any photo/video.

Programmer: Vrinda