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ABFF 2026 Reveals 30th Anniversary Film Slate Featuring Jamie Foxx, Marsai Martin

*One of the entertainment industry’s most celebrated gatherings is marking a major milestone, and the lineup proves it. The American Black Film Festival (ABFF) has unveiled its com...

ABFF 2026 Reveals Showcase Film Sections, Featuring AI x XR Storytelling

*The American Black Film Festival is preparing for a milestone year, unveiling its 2026 non-competitive showcase lineup exclusively with EURweb as it celebrates its 30th anniversar...

Marsai Martin, Courtney B. Vance, Mack Wilds, Rome Flynn Films And More Topline ABFF’s 30th Anniversary Lineup

The American Black Film Festival has announced its full film and series lineup for its 30th anniversary edition next month, and it is packed with star-studded entries.

Regina King, Taye Diggs And Chloe Bailey Headline ABFF’s Landmark 30th Anniversary

The American Black Film Festival returned to Miami Beach for its 30th anniversary celebration with major premieres, star-studded conversations and a renewed focus on Black storytel...

ABFF’s HBO Short Film Award Showcase Includes Titles Starring J. Alphonse Nicholson, Kid Cudi, Arsema Thomas And More

The American Black Film Festival (ABFF) has announced the films that are taking part in the festival’s HBO Short Film Showcase.

ABFF Reveals 30th Anniversary Programming Lineup with Regina King, Chloe Bailey, and More

*The American Black Film Festival is marking three decades with a celebration worthy of the milestone. ABFF 2026, themed “Homecoming,” will take place May 27-31 in Miami Beach, and...

ABFF Launches 2026 Microdrama Showcase With These 8 Vertical Productions —EBONY Exclusive

Discover 8 groundbreaking vertical dramas redefining storytelling at ABFF 2026

Regina King, Taye Diggs, and More Join Lineup for the 30th Annual American Black Film Festival

Exclusive: ABFF has announced its 30th anniversary programming lineup, including panels with stars like Regina King, and screenings for documentaries spotlighting olympians Brittne...

Debbie Allen, Michelle Buteau & Mario Van Peebles Lead ABFF’s 30th Anniversary Homecoming — EBONY Exclusive

The American Black Film Festival is powering its 30th anniversary with an undeniable slate of star power. Debbie Allen, Courtney Kemp, Mario Van Peebles and Michelle Buteau have jo...

PitchBLACK Awards Returns to Harlem, Spotlighting Black Creators

*Black Public Media is bringing its PitchBLACK Forum & Awards back to Harlem for a second consecutive year, continuing its mission to elevate Black storytelling even as financi...

Provocative Short ‘Her Pretty Vagina’ to Make World Premiere at ABFF | Watch Teaser Trailer

*A new short film tackling conversations around Black women’s health is headed to the 2026 American Black Film Festival, with a teaser trailer now available ahead of its debut. “He...

How Brennan DuBose is bringing America’s first Black-owned film company back to life

“We always knew that Black cinema was valuable,” — DuBose on reviving a legacy 110 years in the making. In

Ava DuVernay, Lee Daniels and More Featured in Doc Honoring Negro Ensemble Company Founder — EBONY Exclusive

The upcoming documentary celebrates Black theater pioneer Robert Hooks and his enduring legacy in American arts.

Tajé Prest’s “Thick & Uninterrupted” Selected for ABFF 2026’s 9:16 Microdrama Showcase

“Thick & Uninterrupted,” created by Tajé Prest, has been selected for the American Black Film Festival’s 2026 9:16 Microdrama Showcase, spotlighting a new wave of mobile-first...

Inside the Black Women Film Network’s 2026 Summit: A Celebration of Legacy and What’s Next

Summer Movies Got Soul: Every Black-Led Film You Need To See This Season

Diverse Black-led films spanning genres set to dominate summer 2026, signaling a new era of representation in Hollywood.

Eddie Murphy Honored with AFI Life Achievement Award

*A major Hollywood celebration unfolded in Los Angeles as Eddie Murphy was presented with the American Film Institute’s Life Achievement Award at the Dolby Theatre. The ceremony br...

'Hiding in Plain Sight' Wins Big at Black Public Media's PitchBLACK Awards

NEW YORK (May 1, 2026) - Luchina Fisher's Hiding in Plain Sight, a rousing exploration of the Black queer artists who have helped to shape every genre of popular music and culture,...

First Look: ‘Funny Feelings’ Starring Mack Wilds & Pretty Vee

The highly anticipated romantic comedy FUNNY FEELINGS will officially premiere at the 30th Annual American Black Film Festival in Miami, Florida on Thursday, May 28. The screening...

Eddie Murphy Honored With 51st AFI Life Achievement Award

The American Film Institute (AFI) celebrated the legendary Eddie Murphy on Saturday, April 18, 2026, presenting him with the 51st AFI Life Achievement Award. The star-studded Gala...

From Trap to Screen: Atlanta Film Festival Celebrates 50 Years of Culture and Creativity with films from T.I., RZA, and...

The 2026 Atlanta Film Festival kicks off this week, marking a major cultural milestone as it celebrates its 50th anniversary with a lineup that is especially relevant to the hip-ho...

Black Festivals To Tap Into This April: Where Culture And Celebration Collide 

Mark your calendars. The arrival of spring kick starts a season of vibrant communal and outdoor activities nationwide. These festivals serve as powerful economic engines for their...

Fourth annual Newark LGBTQ Film Festival to spotlight dozens of BIPOC queer films

The fourth annual Newark LGBTQ Film Festival, which shines a much-needed spotlight on the work of queer BIPOC filmmakers, will return on April 30 with a robust, four-day schedule o...

Red Carpet Rundown: Eddie Murphy Honored At Afli Life Achievement Award Gala

The American Film Institute (AFI) presented the 51st AFI Life Achievement Award to Eddie Murphy on Saturday, April 18, at a Gala Tribute in Hollywood. The tribute special, THE 51st...