| (Pictured L to R: Meagan Good and Cory Hardrict at the Legendary White Party)CREDIT: Images Courtesy of the American Black Film Festival
Miami Beach, Florida – Day 3 of the 2024 American Black Film Festival featured red hot stars across film, tv and comedy.
The Legendary White party had festival-goers celebrating into the early morning hours. The evening featured a special appearance from budding Memphis rapper NLE Choppa. The rapper joined Cory Hardrict and Meagan Good on-stage following their remarks and gave a crowd-pleasing impromptu celebration backed by one of his hit singles.
In its Creator Conversations panel, Issa Rae sat down with creator of the black-ish franchise, Kenya Barris, to discuss their journeys through their creative process. Barris commented on “cancel culture,” saying, “The idea of cancel culture is something I do not support.” He expressed that “working in fear isn’t creative.” Afterwards, he told Issa Rae that he would love to work with her and would write something for her.
In the afternoon, the cast of All American, Daniel Ezra, Michael Evans Behling, Bre-Z, Cory Hardrict, and Geffri Maya spoke with Blavity’s Trey Mangum, reflecting on the series and its impact. P-Valley’s Nicco Annan showcased his latest project, Down in the Valley, to a full theater and rapturous applause.
The fabulous day came to a close with the Because They’re Funny Comedy Show. The hilarious event featured comedians Sir Abiola (Tracksuit Benny), Alfred Kainga, Anthony Oakes, Apple Brown Betty, Mason King, and Rashaun Reese.
ABOUT ABFF The 2024 American Black Film Festival will take place June 12 – 16 in Miami Beach, followed by an online segment June 17 – 24 on ABFF PLAY, https://abffplay.com/. For festival information, including media credentials and how to obtain an ABFF pass, visit www.abff.com. Follow @ABFF on Twitter and @AmericanBlackFilmFestival on Instagram and Facebook. Since its inception, the highly anticipated American Black Film Festival has premiered the work and supported the careers of many of today’s most successful filmmakers, actors, writers, and stand-up comedians and is recognized as a standard-bearer of excellence for Black creativity. Continuing its legacy to empower Black artists and showcase a wide range of entertainment content, it will feature studio premieres, independent films, master classes, panels, talent showcases, networking, and hospitality events.
ABOUT NICE CROWD NICE CROWD, a pioneering entertainment company at the forefront of the live events industry. Its passion lies in curating and promoting immersive festivals and live experiences that celebrate the rich diversity of BIPOC talent. By spotlighting exceptional artists and cultural innovators, the company aims to create vibrant and inclusive spaces that resonate with audiences globally.To learn more about NICE CROWD, visit www.nicecrowd.com. |
(Pictured: Issa Rae, Creative Director of the 2024 American Black Film Festival)
(Pictured L to R: Kenya Barris, Nicole Friday, Issa Rae, Jeff Friday)
(Pictured: Nicco Annan from Down in the Valley, courtesy of STARZ. Down in the Valley, a documentary series inspired by the vibrant world of “P-Valley,” set to air in 2024. The six-half-hour episode series hosted, and executive produced by Nicco Annan (“P-Valley”) will take viewers on a tantalizing tour of the Deep South, unveiling a complex South that is equal parts poignant, joyful, and magical.)
(Pictured L to R: Daniel Ezra, Cory Hardrict, Bre-Z, Geffri Maya, Michael Evans Behling who appeared at the 2024 American Black Film Festival for Friday Night Vibes Goes Off the Field with All American and All American: Homecoming, presented by Warner Bros. Discovery)
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