A Place of Our Own

In this introspective documentary, filmmaker Stanley Nelson reflects on his 40-year summer sojourn at Oak Bluffs, a black-oriented resort community on Martha's Vineyard, offering a poignant look back at a cherished chapter in American history and his own personal identity. Through a mix of documentary and home-movie footage, Nelson shares stories from the past, weaving together elements of family, culture, and social justice. Featuring conversations with notable figures such as Henry Louis Gates Jr. and Lani Guinier, this film offers a unique glimpse into a hidden corner of American experience.