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The Founder of the American Black Film Festival Responds to Oscars Controversy

One black entrepreneur says he won’t be tuning into the Oscars. Instead, he’s helping to place the focus elsewhere.


Here’s Who the American Black Film Festival Will Honor Right Before the Oscars

Nominees include “Straight Outta Compton” and “Empire.”

ABFF HONORS Announces its “Television Show of the Year” and “Film of the Year” Nominees

Inaugural Awards Gala to honor Diahann Carroll, Will Packer and more for their excellence in entertainment on Sunday, February 21, in Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA – (January 20, 2016) Today, the American Black Film Festival (ABFF) announced the 2016 ABFF Honors' television and film nominees. ABFF Honors is an annual gala saluting excellence in motion pictures and television. Its mission is to celebrate Black culture by recognizing individuals, movies and television shows that have had a significant impact on American entertainment, as well as those who are proponents of championing diversity and inclusion in Hollywood. Actor and comedian Mike ...

Television and Film Producer Will Packer to Receive “Distinguished ABFF Alumni Award” at the 2016 ABFF Honors

Annual Awards Gala to Salute Excellence in Motion Pictures and Television Sunday, February 21, in Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA – (December 21, 2015) - The American Black Film Festival (ABFF) Honors is proud to announce it will be presenting television and film producer Will Packer with the “Distinguished ABFF Alumni Award” at the 2016 ABFF Honors. The awards gala will be held February 21, 2016, at the Beverly Hilton Hotel in Beverly Hills, CA. ABFF Honors' mission is to celebrate Black culture by honoring individuals, movies and television shows that have had a significant impact on American entertainment, as well as the people who are ...

Actress, Singer and Author Diahann Carroll to Receive “Hollywood Legacy Award” at the 2016 ABFF Honors

Annual Awards Gala to Salute Excellence in Motion Pictures and Television Sunday, February 21, in Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA – (December 14, 2015) - Continuing its tradition of providing platforms showcasing work of people of African heritage and promoting camaraderie among multicultural artists in Hollywood, the American Black Film Festival (ABFF) is proud to announce legendary singer, actress and author Diahann Carroll will be the recipient of the "2016 ABFF Honors Hollywood Legacy Award." ABFF Honors will be held February 21, 2016, at the Beverly Hilton Hotel, Beverly Hills, CA. Hosted by Mike Epps, the event will feature a presentation ...

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