Today marks the American Black Film Festival’s 25th anniversary kicking off November 3rd-28th, 2021.
Since 1997 the American Black Film Festival has grown as a leader in the film festival industry, celebrating black film and television, recognizing notable filmmakers, actors and bringing together enthusiasts from around the world.
Register for free to participate in a worldwide digital experience with ABFF Play.
From HBO’s Short Film Competition, Narrative Features, Documentaries, Web Series, New Voices, Pride Films, and a World Showcase. All from the comfort of your own home! See various up-and-coming filmmakers’ work and spotlight screenings.
2021 Offical Selections
“A competitive section for the U.S. and International feature-length films directed by or written and produced by persons of African descent. Films in this category are eligible to be nominated to compete for the following Jury Awards – Best Director (presented by Cadillac, $5,000 prize), Best Narrative Feature (presented by Sony, $2,500 cash prize), and Best Screenplay ($2,500 cash prize). In addition, if a person of African descent has directed a film in this section and it is his/her first feature, they will be eligible to compete for the John Singleton Award for Best First Feature (presented by Netflix, $5,000 cash prize).”
The following films represent the 2021 official selections in the Narrative Features category:
- A Message from Brianna
- Bitter Sugar
- I’m Fine (Thanks for Asking)
- Margarine
- No Running
- Ten-Cent Daisy
- Trees of Peace
- B-Boy Blues
- Dr. Gama
- Liam White
- Maya & Her Lover
- Raise Your Hand
- The Outlaw Johnny Black
- Voodoo Macbeth
Additional categories are noted on the ABFF website. Tune in for the winners to be announced!
Starting November 15th, ABFF will be holding talk events with industry executives, professionals, celebrity panelists, and entrepreneurs. See a One on One with Halle Berry sponsored by Netflix; A Look into “This Is Us” Writers Room sponsored by NBC; The Art of Directing sponsored by Cadillac; Shoot Your Shot Casting Call sponsored by ALLBLK, and many more.
See trailers from Warner Media, watch films on your own time, join in on talk events, network, and get emersed in an unforgettable experience from ABFF.
Sign up for free and Pay Per View at https://abffplay.com today.
