15th Annual

Charlotte Black Film Festival

June 5 - June 8, 2025

Welcome to the Charlotte Black Film Festival

The mission of the Charlotte Black Film Festival (CBFF) is to provide a platform for African American filmmakers and content creators to showcase their work, celebrate their culture, and tell their stories. We promote diversity and inclusion in the film industry by highlighting the talents and contributions of Black artists and those telling the stories of the African diaspora.

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Submit your film to the 15th annual Charlotte Black Film Festival and join the other films that have received national distribution.

This years festival will be held at the Ayrsley Grand Cinemas!

Signature Events

Conversations

Competitions

Festival Box Office Opening Feb 1st, 2025

Early Bird - VIP ALL ACCESS

(Feb 1 - March 6, 2024)

Regular - VIP All Access

(March 7 - May 14, 2025)

Late - VIP ALL Access

(May 15 - June 1)

News & Impact

CEO of CBFF on Cover of Pride Charlotte Magazine

The founder of the Charlotte Black Film Festival, Tommy Nichols, is not only passionate about the films, he’s also on a mission to advance job creation in Charlotte using digital technology education and training in film production.

The Charlotte Black Film Festival (CBFF) Micro Film Grant Program is a proposed initiative funded by a grant from the City of Charlotte to expand the local workforce and enhance film production capabilities. This program is designed to empower aspiring and established African American filmmakers by providing them with financial resources, training, and access to industry networks.

As technology advances, so do Tommy Nichols’ efforts to close the digital divide in underserved communities. Through his various organizations, Nichols has trained and engaged with more than 1700 youth, adults, and senior's classes.

Testimonials

Felix Crumbsy

"Awesome time at CBFF! My compliments to the staff as everyone was very helpful. These guys really know how to put on a show and make you feel welcomed.

- June 2024

Tiffani Bliss Brown

"My cast, crew, and I had an enjoyable time in Charlotte and were all so glad we got to experience the festival in-person. We had an amazing screening as well as a great exchange with the audience during our Q&A.

- August 2023

Shaun Mathis

"The festival was awesome. The best part was the staff. They were very hospitable, fun, helpful and made the entire festival experience spectacular. By far the best staff I've come across in all the festivals I've been to.

- July 2022