Cannes 2026 Dispatch: African Cinema and the Global Black Presence Rise Beyond Erasure
2026 Cannes Film FestivalBFM News and UpdatesFestivalsUncategorized May 11, 2026
At a moment when political forces in the United States are attempting to narrow, sanitize, and erase the complexity of African American history and culture from public life, the global landscape tells another story entirely. Here at the Cannes Film Festival, the Black and African presence is not retreating.... Read more
“It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved father, brother, partner and uncle Menelik Shabazz, age 67.
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RapidLion, the South African International Film Festival, will launch its fifth edition with the Premiere screening of the award-winning film, Letters of Hope by Director, Vusi Africa. The star-studded opening night will see Joburg’s film industry players gather to mark this milestone and celebrate cinema talent from Africa, its... Read more
The 55th Chicago International Film Festival, presented by Cinema/Chicago, announces its 23rd Black Perspectives Program showcasing excellence in filmmaking from African American filmmakers and the African diaspora. This program celebrates African-American and black storytellers from Alabama to France, Chicago to Senegal.To buy Tickets: Chicago Film Festival: Black Perspectives FRI... Read more
