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🗣️CALLING ALL ACTORS!

Want to showcase you talent and passion for Black cinema for a chance to win a DAY PASS to MVAAFF?

Join the Challenge! All you have to do is perform a monologue from your favorite Black film and post it on your Instagram page, tagging us and using the hashtags and !

SUBMISSION GUIDELINES:

*Monologue must be from a Black film and no longer than 90 seconds

*Submission must be posted during the challenge period (April 14-April 28, 2026)

*Must tag and use the proper hashtags AND

*Caption must include the film title, character name, and any additional context or insights about your chosen monologue

*You must follow on Instagram

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✨ Now Open: Submissions for “African Stories” ✨

Showcase your short film among Africa’s most dynamic new voices.

Curated to celebrate the continent’s rich cultures, perspectives, and storytelling traditions, this program offers a powerful window into the creativity shaping Africa’s diverse film communities.

🎥 Eligibility Highlights:
– Directed by a citizen or resident of an African country
– Up to 25 minutes, including credits
– English or English subtitles
– Completed post-production on or after Jan 1, 2025
Submitting to this showcase does not prevent filmmakers from applying to other ABFF categories.

🔗 Submit now and let your story shine on a global stage.



event you don't want to miss!

Artists on Screen: Film, Art & Conversation at The Carr Center Detroit Join Detroit’s film community this Thursday at The Carr Center for Artists on Screen, featuring three documentaries, artist talkbacks, and a celebration of Detroit artists, mentorship, and creative storytelling