Academy Award
Website American Black Film Festival
For three decades, the American Black Film Festival (ABFF) has championed the universal appeal of film, television, and digital content created by and about people of African descent. Founded in 1997, ABFF has become one of the entertainment industry’s leading platforms for content discovery, audience engagement, professional development, and the celebration of stories reflecting the richness of the global African diaspora.
🎬 FILMMAKERS, THIS IS YOUR MOMENT.
Submissions are open for the HBO® Short Film Award at ABFF 2027!
Now in its 30th year, five finalists will be selected to screen at ABFF, with the winner of this Academy Award®-qualifying award becoming eligible for consideration in the Live Action Short Film category of the 100th Academy Awards®, subject to Academy rules.
📅 Early Deadline: October 1
📅 Final Deadline: January 24