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Ani DiFranco is an unmistakable talent who shook the ‘90s folk music scene. Her voice, unique in its tone and power, and her songwriting, full of activism and assertiveness, became a beacon particularly to young women who saw themselves in her lyrics and style. In 1990, she started Righteous Babe Records, creating a path to independently release her own music and proving herself as an artist that would do things her way despite the traditional routes.

In 1-800-ON-HER-OWN, Tribeca alum Dana Flor explores the life of DiFranco today, still touring and making new music, but now with a partner and two children who understandably lure her home. Beautifully vulnerable in her willingness to bring the audience into the ups-and-downs of a very famous yet still struggling to be heard artist, the film is a testament to DiFranco’s rock solid stature as an iconic musician, unwavering in her artistry.

BEFORE THE FILM

There will be two screenings:

• The trailer for Sister Senators, a sneak peek into the latest work of acclaimed filmmaker Emily Harrold, known for her thought-provoking and socially conscious storytelling. (2 min)
• Vessel, a poignant short animation that showcases director Helen Hill’s signature handcrafted techniques and poetic narrative style. (6.5 min)

2024. 77 min.