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In 2025, BlackStar Film Festival will host the sixth BlackStar Pitch. Filmmakers will pitch their short nonfiction projects in front of a panel of judges to receive feedback and have an opportunity to win a grand prize of $75,000 cash.

Announcement

BlackStar Projects is pleased to announce its winter program and upcoming events, including the dates and submission opening for the 14th annual BlackStar Film Festival taking place this summer.

Vanity Fair

“If colonial systems keep learning from each other, then it behooves us to also keep learning from each other and work together.”

Essence

Attendees were able to view a diverse lineup of films that not only challenged, inspired, and entertained, but also reflected the rich tapestry of global experiences from people of color.

Press Release

We’re thrilled to announce this year’s Jury Award, Special Awards, and Audience Award winners.

Billy Penn

“This year we have equal parts deeply joyful films and equal parts films that are talking about the most important and difficult topics of our time, from genocide to climate change and everything in between.”