Black History Film Festival

Black History Film Festival The Black History Film Festival is an annual celebration of the history of the African Diaspora and

02/28/2026

🎬✨MIAMI SHOWED UP & SHOWED OUT!✨🎬

Opening Night of the Black History Film Festival – Miami was nothing short of extraordinary. Culture. Conversation. Cinema. Community.

Grateful to celebrate alongside powerhouse voices and creatives including
, , and — all committed to amplifying Black stories on the big screen and beyond.

From the red carpet energy to the meaningful dialogue, Miami reminded us why this festival continues to grow across the country. When we tell our stories, we preserve our history. When we gather in community, we build legacy.

This is more than a festival.
It’s a movement. 🎥🔥
Next stop… Atlanta🌍

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02/18/2026

🎬✨ 2026 DC Black History Film Festival ✨🎬

The stories.
The voices.
The culture.
The legacy.

The DC Black History Film Festival is back — and 2026 will be bigger, bolder, and more powerful than ever.

From groundbreaking documentaries to unforgettable short films… from emerging filmmakers to visionary storytellers… this festival is where Black history lives on screen.

Washington, D.C., get ready.
We’re bringing truth, creativity, and community together under one roof.

Friday, February 20th, 2026

1215 U Street
Noon to Midnight

🎥 Panels.
🎤 Filmmaker Q&A’s.
🌍 Stories from across the diaspora.
🔥 Moments that move the culture forward.

This isn’t just a film festival.
It’s a celebration of who we are.

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Black History Film Festival 2026 - Official SelectionThe Great Organizer Ella BakerDirected by Larry Wright and LaTonya ...
02/17/2026

Black History Film Festival 2026 - Official Selection

The Great Organizer Ella Baker

Directed by Larry Wright and LaTonya Simms
28 min

The short film pays tribute to Miss Ella Josephine Baker, a pivotal figure in the civil rights movement. She mentored icons like Rosa Parks, Dr. King, John Lewis, and Diane Nash. Her advocacy was crucial for women challenging male-dominated leadership during tumultuous times, supporting the likes of Fannie Lou Hamer and aiding in Angela Davis's release from prison. Her role, though understated due to her steadfast commitment to equality for women and the marginalized, was vital.

4-City Black History Film Festival

Fri Feb 20 @ Lincoln Theatre - Washington DC

Sat Feb 21 @ West Oakland Library - Oakland

Tue Feb 24 @ Liberty City Community Gallery - Miami

Fri Feb 27 @ Emma Darrnell Aviation Center - Atlanta
Sat Feb 28 @ South Annex - Atlanta

Eventbrite RSVP - Search City and Black History Film Festival to RSVP.

Black History Film Festival 2026 - Official SelectionI Was the WeirdoDirector Larry Ware II83 minutesThe feature documen...
02/16/2026

Black History Film Festival 2026 - Official Selection

I Was the Weirdo

Director Larry Ware II
83 minutes

The feature documentary ‘I Was the Weirdo’ follows the journey of pioneering underground rapper Priest Da Nomad to shed light on the often-overlooked U Street hip hop and arts subculture in N.W., Washington, D.C. Through Priest's personal story, the film examines how this vibrant creative movement was both shaped and tested by the forces of politics, crime, Black cultural influence, and the city's signature Go-Go sound. Set in the heart of the nation's capital -widely regarded as a political center of the world- the documentary also underscores D.C.'s legacy as a dynamic incubator for influential artists, journalists, filmmakers, and public figures whose reach extends far beyond city limits.

4-City Black History Film Festival

Fri Feb 20 @ Lincoln Theatre - Washington DC

Sat Feb 21 @ West Oakland Library - Oakland

Tue Feb 24 @ Liberty City Community Gallery - Miami

Fri Feb 27 @ Emma Darrnell Aviation Center - Atlanta
Sat Feb 28 @ South Annex - Atlanta

Eventbrite RSVP - Search City and Black History Film Festival to RSVP.

Black History Film Festival 2026 - Official SelectionThrough the YearsDirector Nicole Carr34 minutesThrough the Years ex...
02/14/2026

Black History Film Festival 2026 - Official Selection

Through the Years

Director Nicole Carr
34 minutes

Through the Years explores the founding and impact of Pi Alpha Omega, one of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated®'s graduate chapters in Atlanta, GA. The film peels back stories from the civil rights pioneers who established the chapter forty years ago, highlighting moments from the Great Migration to the Civil Rights Movement and the chapter's current efforts to advocate for social justice.

4-City Black History Film Festival

Fri Feb 20 @ Lincoln Theatre - Washington DC

Sat Feb 21 @ West Oakland Library - Oakland

Tue Feb 24 @ Liberty City Community Gallery - Miami

Fri Feb 27 @ Emma Darrnell Aviation Center - Atlanta

Eventbrite RSVP - Search City and Black History Film Festival to RSVP.

Black History Film Festival 2026 - Official SelectionA New Day Begun: The Black National Anthem  Director Keith Michael ...
02/13/2026

Black History Film Festival 2026 - Official Selection

A New Day Begun: The Black National Anthem  

Director Keith Michael Brown

21 Minutes

A New Day Begun: The Black National Anthem (a work-in-progress) is a 20-minute documentary that traces the 125-year legacy of “Lift Every Voice and Sing.” From its origins in a segregated Florida School at the turn of the 20th century to its recitation at the inauguration of America’s first Black president to Super Bowl 2025, the film explores how the song became a powerful anthem of Black resilience, dignity, and hope. Through powerful archival footage and interviews with scholars, commentators and civic leaders, the documentary illuminates key moments in the song’s evolution, revealing how it became a rallying cry for dignity, resilience, and hope across generations

4-City Black History Film Festival

Fri Feb 20 @ Lincoln Theatre - Washington DC

Sat Feb 21 @ West Oakland Library - Oakland

Tue Feb 24 @ Liberty City Community Gallery - Miami

Fri Feb 27 @ Emma Darrnell Aviation Center - Atlanta

Eventbrite RSVP - Search City and Black History Film Festival to RSVP.

Washington, DC, Join us for the “So You Wanna Film in DC?” PanelModerator: Gigi HintonPanelists: Marvin Arrington (Legal...
02/13/2026

Washington, DC,

Join us for the “So You Wanna Film in DC?” Panel

Moderator: Gigi Hinton

Panelists:

Marvin Arrington (Legal)

Vikki Johnson (DC Film Office)

Shawn Cosby (Filmmaker)

Reginald Grier (Location Manager)

Thea Washington (Casting)

Friday Feb 20, 2026 from 2pm to 3pm @ Lincoln Theatre.

This panel will be taped for the DC Mayor's Office.

DC RSVP:

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Black History Film Festival 2026 - Official SelectionSTRUT The Yard: The DocumentaryDirector Tamryn Sainten44 minInspire...
02/12/2026

Black History Film Festival 2026 - Official Selection

STRUT The Yard: The Documentary
Director Tamryn Sainten
44 min

Inspired by the story of Anok Yai, STRUT The Yard: The Documentary gives a behind-the-scenes look at the first fashion show competition out of Howard University, where models compete for a signed contract with a major modeling agency and an academic scholarship.

4-City Black History Film Festival

Fri Feb 20 @ Lincoln Theatre - Washington DC

Sat Feb 21 @ West Oakland Library - Oakland

Tue Feb 24 @ Liberty City Community Gallery - Miami

Fri Feb 27 @ Emma Darrnell Aviation Center - Atlanta

Eventbrite RSVP - Search City and Black History Film Festival to RSVP.

Black History Film Festival 2026 - Official SelectionRise of The LegionDirected by Adrian S Woodard Sr, Adrian S Woodard...
02/12/2026

Black History Film Festival 2026 - Official Selection

Rise of The Legion
Directed by Adrian S Woodard Sr, Adrian S Woodard II
61 min

Prepare to be enthralled, inspired, and swept away on a rhythmic journey unlike any other.“Rise of the Legion!” is a spellbinding documentary that dives deep into the heart and soul of The Spartan Legion Marching Band at Norfolk State University—capturing their unmatched energy, flavor, style, precision, and cultural excellence. At its core, it’s a celebration of sound, soul, and spirit.

4-City Black History Film Festival

Fri Feb 20 @ Lincoln Theatre - Washington DC

Sat Feb 21 @ West Oakland Library - Oakland

Tue Feb 24 @ Liberty City Community Gallery - Miami

Fri Feb 27 @ Emma Darrnell Aviation Center - Atlanta

Eventbrite RSVP - Search City and Black History Film Festival to RSVP.

Black History Film Festival 2026 - Official SelectionsJoin us this month at any of the 2026 Black History Film Festival ...
02/11/2026

Black History Film Festival 2026 - Official Selections

Join us this month at any of the 2026 Black History Film Festival in 4 cities. Of 176 film projects submitted this year, 13 films were selected. See dates and cities below, kicking off in Washington, DC.

4-City Black History Film Festival

Fri Feb 20 @ Lincoln Theatre - Washington DC
Sat Feb 21 @ West Oakland Library - Oakland
Tue Feb 24 @ Liberty City Community Gallery - Miami
Fri Feb 27 @ Emma Darrnell Aviation Center - Atlanta

Eventbrite RSVP - Search City and Black History Film Festival to RSVP.

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