As a continuation of the Kevin Willmott Film Festival, we’re proud to partner with KU Department of Film & Media Studies to present a double bill of films by Oscar winner Kevin Willmott. First up- Ninth Street!

ABOUT THE FILM
Set in Junction City, Kansas (sometimes called ‘Junk Town’), this early film by Kevin Willmott reflects on the history of East Ninth Street during the 1940s when famous jazz musicians played the nightclubs. In 1968, the area deteriorated into strip clubs and cheap bars where Vietnam War draftees from nearby Fort Riley stop and drink. The strong ensemble cast features in this independent film memorable roles by Don Washington, Isaac Hayes, Queen Bey, Kaycee Moore and many others- including Martin Sheen!