About The Festival

ABFF Global: London is the European installment of the American Black Film Festival’s (ABFF) international event series. The weekend festival, produced in partnership with UK-based organization S.O.U.L. FEST, features screenings, panel discussions, master classes and networking activities. Originally launched in 2019 with support from Sony Pictures Entertainment, ABFF Global: London is dedicated to promoting the universal appeal of Black content and encouraging collaboration between artists throughout the African diaspora.

The 2024 event will take place in London from August 29 to September 1, at the British Film Institute (BFI).