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Watch: 9 Short Films to Watch With Kids

Looking for something to do with the kids while you’re stuck at home? We’ve got you covered! Here’s a list …

A still from Selah and the Spades. A young woman wearing a green and white cheerleading uniform is sitting on a woven peacock chair. There is a forest in the background. She is the middle of the frame looking directly at the camera.
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2019 Festival Award Winners Announced

The BlackStar Film Festival (BlackStar)  announced the winners of the 2019 Festival awards. The Festival, which took place August 1-4, …

A still from When I Get Home. A Black man is riding a white horse down a road at night.
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2019 Closing Night Film Announced

The BlackStar Film Festival (BlackStar) is thrilled to announce the Philadelphia premiere of When I Get Home, a film from visual …

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BlackStar to Bring Common Field Convening to Philadelphia

We are proud to announce our partnership with Common Field — a national network of experimental, independent, visual arts organizations …

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BlackStar Film Festival Announces 2018 Award Winners

BlackStar Film Festival proudly announces the winners of the 2018 Festival awards. The Festival, which took place August 2-5, 2018 in …

A still from Happy Birthday Marsha of Marsha P. Johnson on stage. She is wearing a red dress and a hat with flowers, and is smiling at the crowd.
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Announcing the 2018 BlackStar Film Festival Lineup

The seventh annual BlackStar Film Festival, announces its full lineup of films for the 2018 program. The celebration of black cinema …