Black Alphabet Film Festival - Screening Day One

Schedule

Sat Oct 25 2025 at 11:30 am to 06:30 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

Showcase ICON Theater | Chicago, IL

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From groundbreaking features to powerful shorts, BAFF 2025 showcases stories that challenge, uplift, and reflect the beautiful complexity of our communities.
Whether you're a filmmaker, a lover of cinema, or someone seeking connection and joy—this is your space.
Come for the films. Stay for the culture, the dialogue, and the vibe. Because our stories deserve the spotlight. Always.
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Showcase ICON Theater, 1017 S Delano Ct E, Chicago, IL 60605-3452, United States

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