Aug 24, 2026 | Events, Film
The renowned Martha’s Vineyard African American Film Festival (MVAAFF), now in its 24th year of presenting important works of independent and established Black filmmakers, wrapped up over the weekend. Movies were shown daily from August 7 through 15 at the Martha’s...
Aug 10, 2026 | Events, Film
It’s time to celebrate once again with the justly renowned Martha’s Vineyard African American Film Festival (MVAAFF), now in its 24th year of presenting important works of independent and established Black filmmakers. And quite a celebration it will be, with...
Jun 8, 2026 | Events, Film
The American Black Film Festival will again be held in Miami Beach for its 30th anniversary. Ahead of the festival, I spoke with co-founder Jeff Friday about its resilience, especially at a time when Florida has passed an anti-diversity, equity and inclusion that...
Jun 1, 2026 | Events, Film
The 30th American Black Film Festival (ABFF) is underway in Miami Beach, with Community Day set to spotlight the world premiere of Girl Dad, directed by Emmy-nominated filmmaker Solvan “Slick” Naim and produced by Oscar-award winner Jamie Foxx. ABFF features...
Apr 27, 2026 | Arts + Culture, Events, Film
The American Black Film Festival (ABFF) has announced the films that are taking part in the festival’s HBO Short Film Showcase. This year is the landmark 30th edition of the festival. Taking place later in May, the fest’s short film line-up...
Mar 2, 2026 | Arts + Culture, Film
Akinola Davies Jr.’s “My Father’s Shadow” is a 2025 family drama that blurs the boundaries of joy and grief, politics and personal relationships, dreams and reality. Set in Lagos, Nigeria, against the backdrop of the controversial 1993 presidential election, it is...
