The 5th Annual Detroit Black Film Festival

Schedule

Thu Sep 26 2024 at 11:00 am to Sun Sep 29 2024 at 06:00 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

Downtown YMCA Marlene Boll Theatre | DETROIT, MI

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Get ready for the 5th Annual Detroit Black Film Festival, a cinematic celebration showcasing the narratives and talents of Black People.
About this Event
Join us for the 5th Annual Detroit Black Film Festival!
The festival takes place Wednesday, September 25 thru Sunday, September29th, 2024. Our theme - Cinema x Culture x Cocktails4 locations:

CLICK HERE TO SEE THE: the location of all activities.

Location 1: Carr Center, 15 E. Kirby, Detroit, MI 48202 ( Suite 4 Inside of the Park Shelton)

Location 2: Marlene Boll YMCA Theater, 1401 Broadway, Detroit, MI 48226

Location 3: DoubleTree Hotel-Fort Shelby, 525 W. Lafayette Blvd., Detroit, MI 48226


Look forward to an unforgettable 5 days of celebrating the rich diversity and talent within the black film community.

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CLICK HERE TO VIEW THE: 2024​ EVENT & SCREENING SCHEDULE
Click here to view the: TRAILERS on the DBFF INSTAGRAM page.

The 5th annual Detroit Black Film Festival (DBFF), continues to showcase the voices and stories of Black independent filmmakers nationwide. DBFF is dedicated to screening excellent, high-quality films from seasoned and emerging filmmakers that highlight a spectrum of stories reflecting African American experiences, narratives, and culture.

Thank you to the Ford Foundation for their generous support and to our host venues the Charles H. Wright Museum of African American Museum, the Carr Center, the Doubletree Hotel and Downtown Detroit Boll Family YMCA.

The 5th annual Detroit Black Film Festival + The Taste of Black Spirits National Conference, "The Cocktail Concierge"

This year's theme - " Cinema & Culture over Cocktails "

All of the festivities take place Wednesday, September 25 - Sunday, September 29, 2024 at 4 locations:

Location 1: Carr Center, 15 E. Kirby, Detroit, MI 48202
Location 2: Marlene Boll YMCA Theater, 1401 Broadway, Detroit, MI 48226
Location 3: DoubleTree Hotel, 525 W. Lafayette Blvd., Detroit, MI 48226

Look forward to an unforgettable 5 days.
57 Short and Feature Length Films
View the TRAILERS on the Detroit Black Film Festival FACEBOOK & INSTAGRAM pages.

At Taste of Black Spirits festival goers will have the opportunity to sample an array of Handcrafted Cocktails by talented mixologists, Black owned Beer, Wine & Spirit brands from across the world (attendees must be 21+ to participate in this portion of the festival).
Learn more by using this link:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe116stB321pMQMxa-mEw-DipOalpsIS_LCkcYr30-DT9r51Q/viewform

PASSES & TICKETS can be purchased right here on eventbrite

All Access Festival Pass + Taste of Black Spirits Event - $225

Includes:
All Movie Screenings
Festival Workshops
Awards Ceremony
Taste of Black Spirits: "The Cocktail Concierge" Event

Festival Pass (4 Days) - $100

Includes:
All Movie Screenings
Festival Workshops
Honors & Awards Ceremony

One Day Screening Pass - $35
Includes:
All Movie Screenings for the Day

Individual Ticket
9/29 Films + Honors & Awards Ceremony - $45

From thought-provoking documentaries to captivating narratives, this year's festival promises to showcase a wide range of compelling stories that highlight black experiences. Get ready to be immersed in a world of captivating cinematography, powerful performances, and thought-provoking discussions.

We can't wait to see you at the 5th Annual Detroit Black Film Festival + The Taste of Black Spirits National Conference, "The Cocktail Concierge"


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Twisted Hearts "
Three couples at a relationship retreat navigate intimacy issues, racial biases, and infidelity, while an unexpected twist forces major decisions about self-worth , mental health, and love.

Staring
Emelina Adams ... Tori
Cocoa Brown Dr. Rose
Adrian Lockett Jay
Leland B. Martin Derrick
Lauren Ashley Tiff
Will Colburn Vincent
Jerilyn Welsh Carroll
Mashayla Barnes Simone
Kelly Stewart Kelly Stewart

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Where is it happening?

Downtown YMCA Marlene Boll Theatre, 1401 BROADWAY ST., DETROIT, United States

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Tickets

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