Why are there vintage Detroit police cars in Dorchester?

Police officers in riot gear and Detroit police cars have become common sights on Ashmont Street as Academy Award-winning director Kathryn Bigelow continues filming her latest movie in Dorchester. On Thursday evening a portion of Ashmont Street (approximately one-third of a mile, between Bruce Street and Dorchester Avenue) was closed to traffic and vintage vehicles were driving slowly up and down the street, he said. … Continue reading Why are there vintage Detroit police cars in Dorchester?

Local filmmakers form the Detroit Film Society

Local filmmakers have formed The Detroit Film Society, an organization empowering filmmakers of diverse backgrounds in Southeast Michigan to create and showcase locally made independent films. Local filmmakers and professionals Marshalle Montgomery, Sultan Sharrief, Ben Friedman, Jamila Taylor, Karah Shaffer, Desmond Lamont, Max Rasmussen, and Ted Houser started The Detroit Film Society to better streamline the creative process and promote the talent and resources available … Continue reading Local filmmakers form the Detroit Film Society