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"Black Lives Matter" written out in chalk on a sidewalk in Philadelphia, above the phrase are the names of Black individuals who have been killed by the police.
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In Defense of Black Life: Ways to Get Involved and Take Care of Yourself

Following the lead of The Movement for Black Lives and local Black organizations on the ground across the country, we’re …

A still from A Love Song for Latasha shows two young girls sitting on the steps of a house in Los Angeles.
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BlackStar Hosts Exclusive Screenings of A LOVE SONG FOR LATASHA on Anniversary of L.A. Uprisings

BlackStar Film Festival and Sophia Nahli Allison announced today that they would be hosting three exclusive online screenings of Allison’s A …

A seafoam green and peach abstract graphic.
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Relief Funds and Resources for Artists Amidst COVID-19

As filmmakers, artists, and media makers of color navigate the ongoing COVID-19 crisis, we’re compiling emergency funds and other resources …

A group photo of BlackStar Project's staff. They are standing on a stage in front of a screen with the BlackStar graphic on it. The staff is smiling.
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Major New Grants and Full-Time Staff Announced

The BlackStar Film Festival is pleased to announce several new developments that highlight our growth as the world’s premier celebration …

A still from the BGM music video. It shows 4 girls in school uniforms in a school hallway. Three of the girls are white, the girl opposite them is Black. One of the white girls is reaching out to touch the Black girl's girl.
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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, …

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