Posted on Jun 17, 2023
Unique stories, world premieres as American Black Film Festival opens in Miami Beach
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"America's largest festival showcasing films by people of African descent returns this week for its 27th year — and it's being held right here in South Florida once again.
The American Black Film Festival, taking place over five days at various venues on Miami Beach, is the preeminent space for storytellers to bring visibility to untold Black stories, from feature and television premieres to panel discussions and talent discovery programs.
And for audiences, it’s a chance to be the among the first to see groundbreaking work from some of the hottest talent in the country — Black Panther director Ryan Coogler debuted his first film here. This year, ABFF will feature a number of movies before they become potential juggernauts on streaming channels, including the world premiere of Jamie Foxx’s new Netflix film.
Independent filmmakers say the festival is a chance to debut mixed-genre projects, Black narratives and stories that challenge conventional filmmaking.
For director and producer Kelley Kali, films at ABFF are “relatable by all people, not just Black people because we are human.""
The American Black Film Festival, taking place over five days at various venues on Miami Beach, is the preeminent space for storytellers to bring visibility to untold Black stories, from feature and television premieres to panel discussions and talent discovery programs.
And for audiences, it’s a chance to be the among the first to see groundbreaking work from some of the hottest talent in the country — Black Panther director Ryan Coogler debuted his first film here. This year, ABFF will feature a number of movies before they become potential juggernauts on streaming channels, including the world premiere of Jamie Foxx’s new Netflix film.
Independent filmmakers say the festival is a chance to debut mixed-genre projects, Black narratives and stories that challenge conventional filmmaking.
For director and producer Kelley Kali, films at ABFF are “relatable by all people, not just Black people because we are human.""
Unique stories, world premieres as American Black Film Festival opens in Miami Beach
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PO1 William "Chip" Nagel
..."It enables short form cinema to be authentic. And there’s no Will Smith in it. You know, no big stars. Just authentic,” Friday said. “It’s storytelling at its finest. And it’s Black people speaking aloud about what’s on their mind.”
Emmy Winner and Hillman Grad founder Lena Waithe, the actor, producer and writer known for Showtime's The Chi and Netflix's Master of None, Queen & Slim and Them, serves as 2023 ABFF ambassador. Fans will see her on June 15th for the “The Lena Waithe Effect,” a one-on-one conversation about her journey in the industry.".
..."It enables short form cinema to be authentic. And there’s no Will Smith in it. You know, no big stars. Just authentic,” Friday said. “It’s storytelling at its finest. And it’s Black people speaking aloud about what’s on their mind.”
Emmy Winner and Hillman Grad founder Lena Waithe, the actor, producer and writer known for Showtime's The Chi and Netflix's Master of None, Queen & Slim and Them, serves as 2023 ABFF ambassador. Fans will see her on June 15th for the “The Lena Waithe Effect,” a one-on-one conversation about her journey in the industry.".
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There are some amazing Film producers, directors and crew thst have created some amazing film.
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