40 Acres

R.T. Thorne/2024/108 Min/People & Cultures, Sustainable Food & Ag, Environmental Justice

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Rating, Audience & Advisory Info

  • Not recommended for youth under 18

  • Heavy themes, disturbing images, extremely graphic violence, and strong language

Synopsis: In a post-apocalyptic world with food scarcity, a Black family of Canadian farmers descended from American Civil War migrants defend their homestead against cannibals trying to seize their resources.

Awards & Accolades

  • 2024 Toronto Film Critics Association Awards: Best First Feature Winner

  • 2026 NAACP Image Award Nominee Outstanding Actress in a Motion Picture: Danielle Deadwyler

  • “This is a post-apocalyptic film about a plague that forced humans to fight over farm land due to starvation and famine. A solid plot with great acting and lots of action.” - Clock Tower TV

Program Information: Arrive early when doors open, and stay after the film for enlightening facilitated dialogue with relevant experts and advocates. Additional program details appear below, inline with each screening description.

Patagonia Fulton Market Tickets

1115 W Fulton Market, Chicago, IL 60607
Saturday 4/25/2026
Presented by Black Girl Environmentalist Chicago
Doors Open at 6:30 PM (CST). Film Starts Promptly at 7:00 (CST).
Free with a suggested $10 donation.
Facilitator, panelist, and other program details are forthcoming soon.

Urban Essentials Cafe Tickets

5300 W Chicago Ave, Chicago, IL 60651
Saturday 4/25/2026
Presented by Kindred Civic Arts Forum
Doors open at 6:00 PM (CST). Film starts promptly at 6:30 (CST).
Free with a suggested $10 donation.
Facilitator, panelist, and other program details are forthcoming soon.