On the day of his long-awaited, well-deserved promotion at his corporate job, an ambitious Black man starts to see cracks in his carefully constructed persona. Director, Writer, Producer: Kelvin Summerhill Key Cast: Alfred Pierce Trailer: Black Butterfly - Trailer | A 2023 Charlotte Black Film Festival Official Selection - YouTube
Come and view films from around the world as the 13th annual Charlotte Black Film Festival celebrates our 2023 official sections in person and on our IOCTV network. Two screens and 40 films in person and 100 films online. Get Your Tickets Here: BOX OFFICE
A documentary that explores the mindset of kids during the pandemic and all the events of 2020 Director, Writer, Producer: Joyce A Jones Trailer: Generation Z - Trailer | A 2023 Charlotte Black Film Festival Official Selection - YouTube
A joyful portrait of Reverend Dallas Conyers–how she survived environmental racism, became a climate organizer out of necessity, and her passion for healing the climate crisis through community organizing and her frontyard garden. Director: Kerri Pang; Producers: Joshua Clark and Lauren Valenzuela; Key Cast: Dallas Conyers Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aHLqDyjIXBw
The untold story of Florence Griffith Joyner, told through the eyes of those who knew her best. Director: Shannon Dion; Producer: Mary Joyner; Key Cast: Mary Joyner Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uI0mO7vJSyI
Drinking from the colored-only water fountain, entering the backdoor of a restaurant, and using the colored-only restrooms were a part of growing up in the segregated south. Remaining in the south as others moved north for a better life, William “Pete” Kennedy’s desire was to enhance his city’s progression through consistent positive change - one […]
On the day of his long-awaited, well-deserved promotion at his corporate job, an ambitious Black man starts to see cracks in his carefully constructed persona. Director, Writer, Producer: Kelvin Summerhill Key Cast: Alfred Pierce Trailer: Black Butterfly - Trailer | A 2023 Charlotte Black Film Festival Official Selection - YouTube
SON OF A PREACHER MAN is a faith-based drama/romance film. The film was inspired by Dusty Springfield's 1969 hit single "Son-of-a Preacher Man" & the parable of the "Prodigal Son" from the Bible, which takes place in modern-day society. A promising young executive involuntarily falls in love with a young gambler who ultimately ruins her career, […]
After her Grandma passes away, 26 year old Kayla is catapulted back to her childhood memories of her Grandma only to discover that her memories are different. Grandma keeps disappearing and Kayla is unable to find her. Through her journey with grief, Kayla sets out to search for Grandma and to find peace after this […]
"Color of Love" is an inspiring short film that follows the story of Susan and Andre, a couple from different backgrounds who share a deep love. When their son's life is put in danger, they face incredible challenges that threaten their family's safety and security. As they navigate through the struggles and trauma, Susan and […]
A fictional tale based on the true story of twenty-two (22) women whose bold actions and visionary leadership changed their campus, their country, and the world. Director: Melanie RW Oram Writers, Producers: Melanie RW Oram, Shona Pinnock Key Cast: Monique Alleyne, Tanya Ash, Andrea K. Blount, Edith Bly Jenkins, Erika Correa, Alexandria Leon-Bernard, Veta Williams […]
A film about a Larissa life and relationships. She has the perfect career, found the perfect husband. When a near death accident happens, she has to revisit a place that she thought she left behind her. Director, Writer, Producer: Lynaia Jordan Key Cast: Shawntia Grant, Paul Johnson, Owen Funderburke III, LaLisha Jackson, Eileen Davis
A GROUP OF UNKNOWNS NOTICED THAT A LEGENDARY ACTRESS, HAD NO "STAR" ON HOLLYWOOD'S WALK OF FAME.. WE FOLLOW HER CAREER AND STRUGGLES. A PIONEER WHOM SO MANY STOOD UPON HER SHOULDERS, WHY NO STAR ?. WATCH AS WE UNRAVEL THIS STORY AND HER CAREER TO TRY AND MAKE SENSE OF IT ALL. Director: KIRK E. […]
Come and view films from around the world as the 13th annual Charlotte Black Film Festival celebrates our 2023 official sections in person and on our IOCTV network. Two screens and 40 films in person and 100 films online. Get Your Tickets Here: BOX OFFICE
In just a few decades after the end of enslavement, Black Americans were able to amass millions of acres of farmland. Today approximately 90% of that land is no longer in Black hands. Various factors have been employed to take Black land including violence, eminent domain and government discrimination. But it is a little-known issue […]
A filmmaker searches for the truth about her grandfather Edward Jones, a charismatic African American who rose to the heights of financial and political prominence in Depression-era Chicago. In shaping the destiny of a city, Ed Jones could not however escape discrimination. In conflict with both the mob and the Feds, he was forced into […]
Follow trumpeter Theresa May as she takes you on an aural and visual journey based upon a new piece, Afrofuturism, composed by Shanyse Strickland. From the beginning of the piece which calls upon the ancestors with unaccompanied trumpet, to the middle section which dances in a groove to the beat of the African Diaspora, to […]
Naomi Turner is celebrating her 30th birthday but a night of alcohol and drugs leads to a hangover with no memory and Naomi missing. As her husband, Justin Turner searches for her, he finds nothing but secrets and lies. Director, Writer, Director : Denise Mone't Cast: Antrone Harris, Kiki Kingdom, Chante Small, Mickeal Freeland, Fancy Jones, Damian […]
A young boy discovers the difference between playing video games and dealing with Real Life turmoil when a family member becomes ill. Director: Stephanie Soto Writer: Yolanda English Producers: Stephanie Soto, Yolanda English Cast: Tristan Thomas, Yolanda English, Khalid Greenaway, Chynah Munroe
Big Girl Love is a comedy about five women who have big personalities, huge career goals, large appetites for love…and thick thighs to match. As sexy as that sounds, let’s be honest; the Big Girl struggle is real. Living in a society where plus-sized women are often considered too wide to be widely accepted, these […]
It takes grinding to be the king. But what does it profit a man to gain the world and lose his soul? GoodGame, a charming black male from the hood, uses his book and street smarts to escape poverty and achieve success as a top tech lawyer but must manage his ego, spirituality, and authenticity […]
Steven and Janet are fed up with gentrification, whitewashing, and code switching in the big city. They move to Afrotree, an experimental, gated community populated by only African-American residents. Their dream of living in a cultural oasis suddenly becomes a nightmare when they discover they might not be “Black” enough. Director & Writer: Chase Parker Producer: Chase […]
To some, February 13th is a day of unrivaled bravery and glory; but for those who seized the Allen Building to force Duke University to respond to the needs of its Black students, it quickly turns into a nightmare as the looming threat of police intervention and rising tensions within the group test their resolve. […]
No Ordinary Woman delves into the unique challenges faced by black women, who are often expected to be strong and selfless caretakers, while also enduring discrimination and dehumanization due to the color of their skin. The short reflects on the importance of unlearning harmful beliefs and embracing self-love and self-care, even in the face of […]
