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Rita Dove's "Sonata Mulattica" to the Screen
We're thrilled to announce our upcoming documentary project that promises to be one of our most ambitious and compelling films yet. Following the success of our previous collaboration on "Rita Dove: An American Poet," we're reuniting with the legendary poet laureate Rita Dove to bring her critically acclaimed work "Sonata Mulattica" to cinematic life.
Aug 165 min read
Rediscovering "Black Fiddlers"
If this film moves you, if you believe in the power of documentary storytelling to change hearts and minds, we invite you to support our next projects through a tax-deductible contribution to the Documentary Film Fund.
Aug 132 min read


An Invitation to Watch Films: Explore Our Documentary Collection
Documentary Film Fund invites you to discover a curated selection of my documentary films, now available to stream for free with your public library card or university login at Kanopy.com
Jun 272 min read


Exploring the Impact of Black Culture Through Documentaries
Heritage Film Project, under the direction of Eduardo Montes-Bradley, has, over the past fifteen years, built a significant catalog...
Mar 135 min read


Andrew Young: The Ambassador
The Ambassador offers an intimate and profound exploration of the life and legacy of Andrew Young—former U.S. Ambassador to the UN
Feb 22 min read


Black Fiddlers Screening at the International African American Museum: Celebrating African American Artistry
Black Fiddlers will be shown at 6:00 PM in the theatre at the International African American Museum.
Jan 152 min read


Black Fiddlers on PBS Starting February 1st
We are pleased to announce that Black Fiddlers, featuring Rhiannon Giddens and Earl White, will be available to all PBS stations.
Jan 132 min read


Heritage Film Project Partners with NETA to Broadcast Films Nationwide
Three films by Montes-Bradley with national exposure through NETA
Jul 15, 20241 min read


Happy Birthday Julian Bond
Julian Bond was an American social activist, leader of the civil rights movement, politician, professor, and writer.
Feb 27, 20231 min read


BLACK FIDDLERS
Director Eduardo Montes-Bradley traces the personal and family stories of violin players of African descent throughout the country, seeking
Feb 24, 20231 min read


BLACK FIDDLER’S NOTES
A deep dive into the legacy of Black performers who shaped the music of a new nation, the film features the music and reflections of David R
Nov 3, 20225 min read


BLACK FIDDLERS New Exhibit
ALEXANDER BLACK HOUSE New exhibit at Alexander Black House looks at African influence on regional music Thursday, Nov. 10, 6 to 7 p.m. —...
Oct 31, 20221 min read


Kip Lornell and Black Fiddlers
On October 27, I participated in a discussion with students following the screening of Black Fiddlers at George Washington University....
Oct 27, 20222 min read


A Vancouver Premiere
Enjoy this interview with Back Fiddlers Creator Eduardo Montes-Bradley and featured fiddler Earl White as they discuss their film and the...
Jul 19, 20221 min read


All Things Considered
A new documentary film about African - American musicians and their contribution to American music has been completed by a...
Dec 29, 20213 min read
The Tennessee Chocolate Drops
Martin, Bogan and Armstrong and the revival of String Band Music in America Just a footnote on Black Fiddlers, a last minute tribute to...
Dec 2, 20212 min read


Rhiannon Giddens
It was meant to be a special day out by the house of legendary fiddler Joe Thomson, the last in a long series of interviews for Black...
Nov 3, 20212 min read


Marshall Wyatt: A Conversation
“Wyatt is one of a handful of American music historians and record collectors, who, through their own devotion and- in some cases-...
Oct 27, 20211 min read


The Search for Sy Gilliat
What we know about Gilliat, does not include a portrait or a soundbite. We don’t know what he looked like, or what he sounded like inside...
Jun 30, 20212 min read


Fiddling With the Devil
The exemplary life of Louis Alexander Southworth Charlottesville, Va - Louis Southworth was born into slavery in 1830. He was a...
Jun 27, 20215 min read
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