REGISTRATION WELCOME CENTER
June 15 | 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM | Loews Hotel, Americana 2, 1601 Collins Ave
Festival Pass pick-up, information & ticket sales
MASTER CLASS IN ACTING
Presented by Prudential
June 15 | 8:00 AM – 11:00 AM | The Gallery at the Betsy Hotel, 1433 Collins Ave
Actor Tasha Smith, leads students through multi-level instructional training focused on the craft and career of an actor,designed to help students unlock their artistic potential and inspire personal growth.
CADILLAC INTERACTIVE STUDIO
June 15 | 9:30 AM – 1:30 PM | Loews Hotel, 2nd Floor
Step into the Cadillac interactive experience and be the star of your own movie poster.
INDUSTRY EXPO
June 15 | 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM | Loews Hotel, Rotunda
Get exclusive TV One swag, win cool prizes and more when you stop by the Industry Expo between 10am – 1pm! Visit the TV One booth, network with industry insiders and REPRESENT with TV One.
Representatives from Atlanta Mayor’s Office of Entertainment & Invest Atlanta will discuss what to expect when you film in Georgia. Learn what financial incentives, funding opportunities, location diversity, production resources and professional support is available as you plan your next production.
FILM SCREENINGS
June 15 | 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM | Colony Theatre, MB Cinematheque, & Loews Hotel
Features, Shorts, Docs & Web Series Screenings
SPOTLIGHT SCREENING: TALES
Courtesy of BET
June 15 | 11:00 AM | Colony Theatre, 1040 Lincoln Rd
A one-hour anthology series that distills classic hip-hop records down to their thematic essence and builds inspired cautionary tales for each hit song.
Q & A with Irv Gotti will immediately follow the screening.
Directors: Jessy Terrero, Benny Boom, Irv Gotti, Erik White | Writer: Joy Kecken | Executive Producer: Irv “Gotti” Lorenzo | Producer: Ron Robinson | Principle Cast: Boris Kodjoe, Clifton Powell, Woody McClain, Jennifer Freeman, Keith Powers, Lance Gross
SPOTLIGHT SCREENING: STEP
Courtesy of Fox Searchlight
June 15 | 11:00 AM | MB Cinematheque, 1130 Washington Ave
STEP is the true-life story of a girls’ high-school step dance team against the background of the heart of Baltimore. These young women learn to laugh, love and thrive – on and off the stage – even when the world seems to work against them. Empowered by their teachers, teammates, counselors, coaches and families, they chase their ultimate dreams: to win a step championship and to be accepted into college.
Director: Amanda Lipitz | Producer: Steven Cantor, Amanda Lipitz | Principle Cast: Blessin Giraldo, Cori Grainger, Tayla Solomon, Gari McIntyre, Paula Dofat
THE CADILLAC SHOWROOM
June 15 | 11:30 AM – 7:00 PM | New World Center, 500 17th St
Get a first-hand look at Cadillac’s latest luxury performance vehicles – including the CT6, XT5 and CTS-V
PANEL DISCUSSION: ABFF FIRST LOOK: GIRLS TRIP – THE ANATOMY OF A SCENE
Presented by the MPAA in association with Universal Pictures
June 15 | 12 NOON – 1:30 PM | New World Center, 500 17th St
The Motion Picture Association of America (MPAA) and Universal Pictures present a discussion about the making of the new comedy, Girls Trip, from Will Packer Productions (with exclusive clips). It’s the story of lifelong friends who travel to New Orleans for the annual Essence Music Festival, where sisterhoods are rekindled and wild sides rediscovered. Girl Trip stars Queen Latifah, Regina Hall, Jada Pinkett-Smith, Larenz Tate and Mike Colter, and is directed by Malcolm D. Lee. Panelists include: Regina Hall, Will Packer and Malcolm D. Lee.
AMERICAN AIRLINES PASSHOLDER LOUNGE
June 15 | 12 NOON – 4:30 PM | New World Center, 500 17th St
Network with fellow attendees, and meet the official feature filmmakers of the festival from 2 pm – 3 pm
SPOTLIGHT SCREENING: SPOTLIGHT ON CLASSIC CINEMA
Courtesy of National Museum of African American History and Culture
June 15 | 1:30 PM | MB Cinematheque, 1130 Washington Ave
Two films by pioneer filmmaker Madeline Anderson presented by the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture followed by Madeline Anderson in conversation with Rhea L. Combs, Ph.D., Curator of Photography & Film and Head of the Earl W. and Amanda Stafford Center for African American Media Arts (CAAMA).
Director: Madeline Anderson | Producer: Madeline Anderson
TECH TALK: TECHNOLOGY & THE FUTURE OF ENTERTAINMENT WORKSHOP
Careers in Entertainment Center
Presented by Aspire TV
June 15 | 1:30 PM | The Gallery at the Betsy Hotel, 1433 Collins Ave
Aspire TV will ignite discussion in the sphere of Media Technology and its impact on the entertainment industry. Join the conversation with Aspire TV’s ABFF Independent host, David Banner, and the Director of Tech and Innovation, Andre Barnes.
CADILLAC INTERACTIVE STUDIO
June 15 | 2:30 PM – 6:30 PM | Loews Hotel, 2nd Floor
Step into the Cadillac interactive experience and be the star of your own movie poster.
SPOTLIGHT SCREENING: WHEN LOVE KILLS: THE FALICIA BLAKELY STORY
Courtesy of TV One
June 15 | 2:45 PM | Colony Theatre, 1040 Lincoln Rd
Becoming an exotic dancer seemed like a harmless way for Falicia to make and save money, but it doesn’t take long for her to get swept up in the glamour of quick cash. However, after meeting Dino, everything in her life changes. He is the only man who ever said “I love you,” to her, and for this she would do whatever he asks. Falicia becomes Dino’s puppet, and it was kill or be killed.
Q & A with director Tasha Smith, Lance Gross, Lil Mama, and Tami Roman will immediately follow the screening.
Director: Tasha Smith | Cast: Lance Gross, Lil Mama, Tami Roman
INDUSTRY EXPO
June 15 | 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM | Loews Hotel, Rotunda
Stop by the BLACK ENTERPRISE booth and meet the SVP/Editor-At-Large, Alfred Edmond Jr. and learn of all the exciting conferences there is to come! Be sure to also sign-up for a chance to win free magazine subscriptions, access to our premier events and more!
UMC – Urban Movie Channel is a new subscription streaming service dedicated to programming the best in urban content, and providing a destination for independent producers to showcase their work. Whether you’re a content creator or content consumer—stop by and learn more about UMC and opportunities to have your work shown on this new streaming platform. Plus a chance to win an annual subscription!
The Motion Picture Editors Guild (MPEG) is a national labor organization currently representing over 7,500 freelance and staff post-production professionals. Ours is the world’s premiere craft guild that sets the standards for excellence in the post-production industry.
DECODING TECH: THE NEXT GENERATION OF STEAM PROFESSIONALS
Careers in Entertainment Center
Presented by Google
June 15 | 3:30 PM | The Gallery at the Betsy Hotel, 1433 Collins Ave
Come hear incredible voices discuss what they’re doing to decode tech and grow the next generation of STEAM professionals, including GRAMMY award winning artist and tech investor, NE-YO!
#ABFFSOCIALWALL
Sponsored by McDonald’s
June 15 | 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM | Loews Hotel, Cowrie Foyer
Facebook, Tweet, SnapChat & Instagram with us at the ABFF Social Wall.
ABFF TALK SERIES “THE BUSINESS OF ENTERTAINMENT” with Mona Scott Young
Presented by Verizon
June 15 | 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM | New World Center, 500 17th St
Hear from Mona Scott-Young (Executive Producer, Love & Hip Hop) and learn how she has driven her career to the heights of success
COCKTAILS,CONVERSATIONS & FINANCIAL FACTS WITH PRUDENTIAL
June 15 | 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM | The Conservatory @ the Betsey
Join us to discuss how to manage the finances that impact your daily life and your future!
LINCOLN ROAD DINE AROUND
June 15 | 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM | Lincoln Road
Enjoy special discounts for ABFF passholders at participating restaurants on Miami Beaches iconic retail strip Lincoln Rd.
Tapelia – 551 Lincoln Rd.
20% off
Hank & Harry’s – 1691 Michigan Ave
10% off
Meat Market – 915 Lincoln Rd
Complimentary dessert with each entrée
Balan’s – 1022 Lincoln Rd
Complimentary glass of red or white wine or dessert with each entrée
Bacaro – 1625 Michigan Ave
A complimentary Bellini Cocktail with a purchase of an Appetizer (per person).
Nespresso – 1105 Lincoln Rd
Purchase any item at the Boutique and receive a 10% off on your choice of Beverage at the Nespresso Bar
Segafredo – 1040 Lincoln Road
Complimentary glass of sangria with any purchase
Spris – 731 Lincoln Road
10% off food and beverage
Quattro – 1014 Lincoln Road
15% off any food and beverage purchase
YardHouse – 1681 Lenox Ave
10% off food purchases
20TH ANNUAL HBO SHORT FILM COMPETITION
June 15 | 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM | Colony Theatre, 1040 Lincoln Rd
An exciting night, where five short films screen in competition for the HBO Short Film Award and a $10,000 cash prize
ABFF WHITE PARTY
June 15 | 10:30 PM – 3:00 AM | Nikki Beach, 1 Ocean Drive
Attire: White, Miami Chic
