Our Right to Gaze is a touring film anthology, featuring original narrative short films by emerging Black artists. The theme for this year's second edition of the series is “Heart of the Matter.” From the spark of an old flame to the embrace of intergenerational bonds to the heartbreak of systemic injustice, love can take many shapes and emotional valences. This collection is a tribute to Black love of all kinds, be it romantic, platonic, familial, or communal. The films are presented in partnership with Cinema St. Louis and the St. Louis International Film Festival.