On Friday, April 17, 2026, US Death Row Exoneree #138 Anthony Graves will be in Dallas, Texas to participate in a screening and talkback for the new feature film “Newborn” released by AMC Theatres last week during National Reentry/Second Chances Awareness Month. Mr. Graves will be joined by Miles of Freedom Founder/CEO and exoneree Richard Miles for the talkback moderated by Dallas Arts & Culture Commissioner Amber Pickens.
The special screening and talkback are free and open to the public. Ticket information and “Newborn” trailer can be reviewed at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/newborn-special-screening-talkback-tickets-1987250626118?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl
The film “Newborn” is written and directed by Nate Parker and stars David Oyelowo in the lead as Chris Newborn. After seven years in solitary confinement, Chris Newborn is released into a world that feels both unfamiliar and overwhelming. Determined to rebuild his life, he attempts to reconnect with his family and navigate the routines of everyday freedom. But the psychological toll of isolation lingers, as Chris confronts the mental and emotional challenges that accompany his return to society. As he struggles to adapt, he must find a way to bridge the gap between the man he was and the person he hopes to become. “Newborn” also stars Olivia Washington, Jimmie Fails, Barry Pepper, and Aidan Stoxx.no
WHO:
- Screening partner are Dallas Black Film and Unlock Your Vote
- Screening introduction by Nate Parker
- Anthony Graves, US Death Row Exoneree #138 and ACLU of Texas Smart Justice Initiatives Manager
- Richard Miles, Exoneree and Founder/CEO of Miles of Freedom
- Amber Pickens, Dallas Arts & Culture Commissioner
- Dallas County District Attorney’s Office Conviction Unit Chief Cynthia Garza
- State Lawmakers invited: Rep. Venton Jones (D-100), Co-Chair of Corrections; Sen. Royce West
WHEN: Friday, April 17, 2026, at 7:00 PM
WHERE: AMC NorthPark 15, 8687 N Central Expressway, Suite 3000, Dallas Texas, 75225
CONTACT: Winsor Barbee, The Marketing Collaborative, 213-902-5313 or wbarbee@themarketingcollaborative.com
