2023 Press Release

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NICE CROWD Names Issa Rae Creative Director for the 2024 American Black Film Festival
October 2, 2023 NICE CROWD, the preeminent events company showcasing BIPOC creators, today named writer, producer and multi-hyphenate entrepreneur, Issa....
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Yvonne Orji, Nicole Byer and More Set for New Because They’re Funny Comedy Festival
August 2, 2023 NICE CROWD, formerly ABFF Ventures, today announced the exceptional artists that will participate in the upcoming Because They're Funny (BTF).....
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The 2023 American Black Film Festival Announces Best of the ABFF Awards
June 17, 2023 The American Black Film Festival (ABFF) today announced winners of the Best of the ABFF Awards, the premiere award ceremony honoring storytelling from the next generation of Black filmmakers.....
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The American Black Film Festival and The Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau Bring Hollywood Talent to Miami for Its 2023 Annual Community Day
May 31, 2023 The 2023 American Black Film Festival (ABFF) will close out its five-day event with the annual....
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The 2023 American Black Film Festival Announces HBO® Short Film Award Showcase Finalists, Series and Voices of Culture Lineup
May 22, 2023 The American Black Film Festival (ABFF) announced today the selection of finalists who will....
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American Black Film Festival Announces 2023 Talks Series
May 5, 2023 The American Black Film Festival (ABFF) today announced its 2023 Talks Series lineup, featuring conversations and panels with award-winning directors, producers, top-line talent, music....
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American Black Film Festival Announces 2023 Spotlight Screenings Lineup
April 27, 2023 The 2023 American Black Film Festival (ABFF) today announced its lineup of spotlight screenings and world premieres. The festival will take place in Miami Beach June 14-18, followed by a....
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The 2023 American Black Film Festival Announces Official Feature and Documentary Lineup
April 20, 2023 The 2023 American Black Film Festival (ABFF) today announced its lineup of narrative and documentary features. This year's festival, which takes place live....
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27th American Black Film Festival to Open with Netflix’s THEY CLONED TYRONE
April 6, 2023 The 2023 American Black Film Festival (ABFF) today announced it will open its 27th year with the upcoming Netflix satirical conspiracy caper film They....
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