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ABOUT THE FESTIVAL

The Black Film Festival of New Orleans is a multi-day event designed to celebrate independent films and filmmakers. We’re here to serve, and for us, our community of filmmakers is at the heart of what we do. We are actively building a stronger independent film community here in New Orleans while opening our arms to indie filmmakers across the diaspora.

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2024 New Works Film Festival

Celebrate Independent Films & Filmmakers Black Film Festival of New Orleans is presenting the 2024 “New Works” Showcase. Enjoy two days of FREE New Orleans-produced film premieres, informed discussion panels, & live performances. FEBRUARY 17 & 18, 2024 2024 film selections Who In Da Mornin

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2021 BFFNO Festival Schedule

2021 BFFNO FESTIVAL MARCH 26 – April 4th, 2021 2372 St Claude Ave, New Orleans, LA 70117 Did you miss the 2021 Black Film Festival of New Orleans or Want to Relive the Experience? Check Out the in-person Event Photos, the 2021 Festival Schedule, and

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2022 BFFNO Festival Schedule

2022 BFFNO FESTIVAL MARCH 13 – APRIL 10, 2023 2372 St Claude Ave, New Orleans, LA 70117 Mark your calendar for the Black Film Festival of New Orleans. We host some of the best in local Black cinema, spoken word, music, and more each year!

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Aspiring filmmakers receive mentorship from industry pros and BFFNO alumni, along with skills training, budget, and resources to complete short film projects.

LEVEL UP COMMUNITY FELLOWs

The Level Up: Filmmaker Collective, BFFNO’s filmmaker development lab. Here, aspiring filmmakers receive mentorship from industry pros and alumni, along with skills training, budget, and resources to complete short film projects.

EYES ON THE PRIZE CREATIVEs

The Eyes on the Prize project grant recipients: passionate New Orleans creatives chosen for their independent projects. BFFNO supports their dreams with financial aid, resources, and expertise from Level Up Collective’s academy members.

BFFNO ORIGINAL CONTENT

Visit our video section for original BFFNO award winning films and streaming content as well as highlights from our past festivals including concerts, Q&A/Filmmaker interviews, awards showcases and more!

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