Press Releases

ABFF POP-UP TOUR IGNITES THIS OCTOBER IN NEW YORK CITY, ATLANTA, DALLAS & LOS ANGELES LOS ANGELES, CA (August 13, 2025) - NICE CROWD, the company behind the American Black Film Festival (ABFF), today announced the launch of the ABFF...

Opening night screening of Thriller 40 Acres starring Danielle Deadwyler Screening of critically acclaimed documentary Shoot the People Exclusive screening of Trouble Man starring Michael Jai White Miranda Wayland, CEO Creative Diversity Network honoured with The 2025 Impact award Masterclasses...

MIAMI BEACH, FL (June 14, 2025) - The American Black Film Festival (ABFF) today announced winners of the 2025 Best of the ABFF Awards, the premiere award ceremony honoring storytelling from the next generation of Black filmmakers. Hosted by three-time...

The star-studded comedy showcase returns to DC from October 10–12, with performances by Tisha Campbell, and more. WASHINGTON, DC (June 11, 2025) - NICE CROWD, in partnership with Events DC, is proud to announce Jay Pharoah and Sommore as the...

L to R: Siyabonga Mlambi - ICEBO LIZAKUZAKHA, Steve Maphoso - MIGRATION, Thabiso Dakamela - RED BALLET DRESS ON, Naledi Modupi - SOFTLY STRONG Exhibition to Debut June 12–14 During ABFF in Miami Beach MIAMI BEACH, FL (June 10, 2025)...

Spotlight Screenings Include Projects from Jermaine Dupri and Tyler Perry Studios, Because They’re Funny (BTF) @ ABFF Comedy Show Returns with Host D.C. Young Fly - LOS ANGELES, CA (May 22, 2025) - The American Black Film Festival (ABFF) today...

André Holland, Michael Jai White, Method Man, Mike Epps, Yvonne Orji and Lala Anthony to Premiere Films The 29th Annual ABFF will Open with the HBO Short Film Award Showcase, which has Previously Featured Early Films from Ryan Coogler, Reinaldo...

LOS ANGELES, CA (April 22, 2025) - The 29th annual American Black Film Festival (ABFF) announced today a special presentation of short films titled "South African Stories" that highlights the artistry and perspectives of emerging South African filmmakers as part...

Acclaimed Director George Tillman, Jr. Returns to ABFF as Mentor LOS ANGELES, CA (April 2, 2025) - The American Black Film Festival (ABFF), presented by NICE CROWD, and Walmart are proud to announce the winners of the third annual Black...

Live Performances, Master Classes Panels, and the Breakout Comedian of the Year Competition—Now Accepting Submissions—Set for Oct. 10–12, 2025 WASHINGTON, DC (March 4, 2025) - NICE CROWD, in partnership with Events DC, announces the return of the Because They're Funny...