AfroComicCon International Film Festival 2024

This is the 7th consecutive year of the AfroComicCon International Film Festival and our first year at the historic Grand Lake Theater. The festivities are from 4 pm - 10:30 pm. Our co-directors are Juan Davis and Mirage Thrams. We have an amazing program this year:

• AFCCIFF '24 Finalists film screenings, films from the Bay Area, the US, and from all over the world!
• An AfroComicCon Fashion Show that will dazzle you - Designers James Head and Swagg Creator
• Live music entertainment Kiazi Malonga - Malonga Music
• Live Comedy with Papp Johnson
• A filmmaker's panel with Q & A
• We are announcing our collaboration with 'Clip Tease' an LA-based film festival brought to us by Mirage Thrams our co-director, all trailers submitted to our festival will be automatically enrolled in hers, and the winner will get their film produced!
• An afterparty at The Barbary, 3332 Grand Avenue, Oakland

The AfroComicCon International Film Festival is a dynamic platform dedicated to showcasing groundbreaking films that push the boundaries of storytelling and visual artistry. As a division of AfroComicCon and our 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, Oakland Technology & Education Center (OTEC) we are committed to fostering diversity, inclusion, and Afrofuturistic representation in the film industry.

Our festival celebrates the work of talented filmmakers, content creators, and screenwriters from all backgrounds, with a particular focus on underrepresented communities of color. We seek films that inspire, challenge, and entertain, while also promoting important social and cultural messages.

Our Focus

We are passionate about films that explore the realms of science fiction, speculative Black fiction, horror, fantasy, anime, superheroes, and comic books. We are interested in short and feature films.

Our Mission

The AFCC International Film Festival aims to:

Amplify diverse voices by providing a platform for filmmakers from underrepresented communities.

Celebrate Afrofuturism and its impact on contemporary culture.

Foster collaboration between filmmakers, artists, and industry professionals.

Engage audiences through thought-provoking and visually stunning films.

We believe that film has the power to inspire change and shape the future. Join us in celebrating the art of storytelling and the power of cinema.

Awards & Prizes

Prizes awarded for Category winners and our Audience Afro Pick Audience Choice Award.

Host or Publisher AfroComicCon