Posts Tagged ‘American Black Film Festival’
Kenya Barris to serve as ambassador of inaugural ABFF Comedy Festival
“Black-ish” creator Kenya Barris will serve as the Ambassador to the inaugural American Black Film Festival Comedy Festival. This new event is a spin-off of the successful ABFF and will…
Read MoreLarenz Tate talks about ‘Power’ and politicians
Larenz Tate spoke with rolling out about his character on the hit show “Power.” He also discussed his thoughts about politicians and gave love to his hometown, the city of…
Read MoreJeff Friday shares an exclusive about ABFF’s future
Photo source: Melanie L. Brown Jeff Friday, the creator and founder of the American Black Film Festival, sat down with rolling out to discuss the future of the event and…
Read MoreAnthony Anderson and director Chris Robinson discuss new Netflix film ‘Beats’
“Beats” is a coming-of-age-drama set on Chicago’s South Side that chronicles the story of a teen musical prodigy played by newcomer Khalil Everage and a former music manager, turned high…
Read MoreRed carpet talk: Premiere of ‘Shaft’ brings out Samuel L. Jackson, more at ABFF
The American Black Film Festival (ABFF), held June 12 – June 16 in Miami Beach, FL, kicked off its opening night film ‘SHAFT’ with a star studded red carpet premiere.…
Read MoreCast of OWN series ‘Love Is’ on new drama and childhood memories
“Love Is___” is a new scripted relationship drama on OWN, based on the true love story of Hollywood power couple Mara Brock Akil and Salim Akil. Set in Black Hollywood,…
Read MoreAmerican Black Film Festival’s Nicole Friday exemplifies why diversity matters
Nicole Friday is more than just the wife of American Black Film Festival founder Jeff Friday. Friday is a food commentator, founder of fridaytalksfood.com, television host, and most importantly, a…
Read MoreJeff Friday on 2018 ABFF Honors and 22nd American Black Film Festival
ABFF (American Black Film Festival) Ventures, a multifaceted entertainment company specializing in the production of live events, television and digital content targeted to upscale African American audiences, is gearing up…
Read MoreAward-winning film ‘Destined’ hits theaters this fall
Destined filmmaker Qasim Basir has announced a fall theatrical release for his latest critically acclaimed film. Destined tells the story of Rasheed/Sheed, played by Cory Hardrict (“Lincoln Heights,” American Sniper) and…
Read MoreAmerican Black Film Festival kicks off 20th year anniversary at The Godfrey in Chicago
The American Black Film Festival is celebrating its 20th year of existence. This year, the nation’s largest gathering of Black film and television enthusiasts will meet in Miami, Florida, June 15-19.…
Read MoreJohn Singleton explains to ABFF audience why ‘Ricky’ had to die in ‘Boyz N the Hood’
John Singleton talks about his iconic film, ‘Boyz N the Hood’ As part of the American Black Film Festival, which took place from Thursday, June 11 to Sunday, June 14,…
Read MoreAmerican Black Film Festival showcases Black experience
American Black Film Festival Honors Jenifer Lewis at “Best of the ABFF” Awards Show The American Black Film Festival attracted more than 7,000 New Yorkers and beyond is where film and…
Read MoreTaraji P. Henson surprises guests at GM Diversity and ABFF 2015 luncheon in NYC
Fresh off a plane from Hollywood and on her way to Monte Carlo, actress Taraji P. Henson makes a surprising guest appearance at the invitation-only Cadillac and American Black Film…
Read MoreHennessy film explores brand’s relationship with African Americans
So what do you get when you combine a spirit brand with social justice, stir, and garnish with a jazz and hip-hop twist? The answer is all in the title…
Read MoreTaraji Henson looks ‘Dope’ during American Black Film Festival premiere
Film Life kicked off their 19th annual American Black Film Festival in New York City on June 11. The four-day event dedicated to showcasing quality films and television content by and about…
Read MoreThe 2014 American Black Film Festival was a perfect fit in New York City
In it’s inaugural year in New York City, the American Black Film Festival once again showcased a wealth of talent in the African American filmmaking community.
Read MoreDavid and Tamela Mann discuss film, ‘In the Meantime’
David Mann and Tamela Mann, play Frankie and Minnie, in the movie “In the Meantime.” Rolling out had a chance to get together with them at the release to discuss the…
Read MoreAtlanta screening of ‘In The Meantime’ at Bobbcat Films
Directed and produced by former Tyler Perry Studios executive Roger M. Bobb of (“Raising Izzie,” For Colored Girls, “The Rickey Smiley Show”) and based on Nzinga Kadalie Kemp award-winning screenplay from the 2012 UP Faith and Family Screenplay…
Read MoreLeBron James, Dwyane Wade at Kevin Hart’s ‘Let Me Explain’ premiere during ABFF
MIAMI — Fresh off of vanquishing the formidable San Antonio Spurs for the 2013 NBA championship, Miami Heat marquee talents LeBron James and Dwyane Wade have been partying nonstop throughout…
Read MoreBest celebrity social media photos from the American Black Film Festival 2013
The American Black Film Festival 2013 took over South Beach on the week of June 19-24 with the plethora of celebrity sightings and appearances, movie premieres, awards programs, short film…
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