Whether you are a cinema fanatic or a first-time festival attendee, the American Black Film Festival offers a rich immersive experience, from world premieres to star-studded panels and industry networking. For nearly three decades, ABFF has served as a powerful platform for Black storytellers, fusing the worlds of cinema, culture, and community with fearless creativity […]
What are you most looking forward to with this year’s American Black Film Festival? I’m most looking forward to the energy of discovery—that powerful moment when an audience connects with a new voice or an untold story for the first time. Every year, ABFF reminds the industry just how much untapped talent exists within our
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WEDNESDAY, JUNE 11 10:00 am – 8:00 pm Festival Registration Center Miami Beach Convention Center (2nd Floor) 11:00 am – 6:30 pm Official Selection Screenings Miami Beach Convention Center (Screening Room 2) 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm Master Class: Producing Stories for Global Audiences on a Budget Presented by New York Film Academy NYFA Miami
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Miami native Dahéli Hall brings her film premiere of “SPADURA” to the American Black Film Festival, offering a courageous and brilliant portrayal of resilience sharing her journey with IVF. Hall’s heartfelt storytelling seamlessly blends humor with raw vulnerability, sharing valuable insights in a way that makes you both laugh and cry with her. Hall masterfully
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Nestled in the eclectic South of Fifth neighborhood, Casa Matilda blends sophisticated flair with rich traditional Mexican flavor. This Black-owned gem is more than a restaurant—it’s an experience that brings modern elegance and cultural soul together in a Tulum-inspired oasis. Whether you are celebrating a night out or you prefer an intimate evening with good
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You only get one chance to make a first impression, and Miami-Dade Chamber of Commerce CEO Eric Knowles has mastered the art, making a bold statement through his vibrant attire. “When you walk through a door, it is the first thing they see; it’s you, the way you dress, your fashion. I was influenced early
Marilyn Monroe’s adage, “Give a girl the right shoes and she can conquer the world,” is a fitting mantra for Miami Beach Chamber of Commerce CEO Brittnie Bassant, the youngest woman to lead in the chamber’s history. Like a superhero dons their cape to take on the world, Bassant dons her carefully curated and chic
Stylist Paul Fearon’s commitment to elevating wardrobes extends beyond attire,—it is a cultural movement back to elegance in a world where casual reigns. His brand, Male Fashion Geek, encompasses a clothing line with suits for men and women along with a personal styling practice guided by a mission to resurrect the classy and distinguished gentlemen
In a sea of gray suits and navy blazers, Saida Wurie strides into court like a beam of unapologetic confidence—draped in color, purpose, and poise. An attorney by trade and a fashionista by nature, she’s redefining what success looks like in the courtroom—one winning ensemble and case at a time. Whether she is exuding opulence