Music Lover’s Guide To The 2024 American Black Film Festival
Don’t miss a beat at ABFF in Miami Beach with SoulBounce’s Music Lover’s Guide To The 2024 American Black Film Festival. The 2024 American Black Film Festival (ABFF) in Miami Beach, Florida is set to begin, marking the festival's 28th anniversary. Music will be a central part of the event, with independent films and documentaries about legendary artists showcased throughout the week. The festival's opening party will be hosted by Terrence J and soundscapes provided by DJ VYBZ. The event's Creative Director, Issa Rae, will introduce the HOORAE House Lounge to Miami Beach for a space for creatives to connect and enjoy a Raedio music experience. The Art Of Collecting: A Journey Into Black Art will be presented at Cadillac. Observers can also enjoy a panel discussion about collecting Black art.
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The 2024 American Black Film Festival is officially underway in Miami Beach, Florida. This edition marks the festival’s 28th anniversary of celebrating Black brilliance in film and television. Music also plays a role in the annual event, and the art form will be showcased in various ways throughout this year’s ABFF.
From independent films and documentaries about legendary artists to exclusive brand activations and swanky parties, music will be heard and seen all over Miami Beach this week. SoulBounce will be on the scene with Cadillac, a presenting sponsor of ABFF, soaking up all of the sun, fun, cinema and sounds. If you’re attending ABFF and love music as much as we do, we want to make sure that you don’t miss a beat with our Music Lover’s Guide To The 2024 American Black Film Festival. View the guide below, and get ready to get your groove on in Miami.
In this short film out of the UK, a man leaves his cherished record collection behind for his son who seeks guidance and connection from the vinyl records after his death.
Break out your all-white outfits for ABFF’s annual kickoff party. Terrence J will host while DJ VYBZ provides the soundscapes for the chic affair. Any remaining tickets may be purchased on Eventbrite.
Poet jessica Care moore writes, co-produces and stars in a film about a poet and single mother who returns home to Detroit and unexpectedly finds love. The movie co-stars Tobias Truvillion and Brownstone’s Nicci Gilbert.
ABFF’s 2024 Creative Director Issa Rae brings the HOORAE House Lounge to Miami Beach with a space for creatives to connect and kick back at the festival. Enjoy a lounge atmosphere with happy hour vibes and a Raedio music experience. Operating Thursday afternoon through Saturday afternoon, access to HOORAE House is free with RSVP on Eventbrite.
Documentary Feature: Who In The Hell Is Regina Jones? screening (World Premiere)
1:15 pm
O Cinema South Beach
1130 Washington Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139
The Art Of Collecting: A Journey Into Black Art, presented by Cadillac
1:00-2:00 pm
Cadillac Lounge at The Fillmore Miami Beach
1700 Washington Avenue, Miami Beach, FL 33139
Enjoy a conversation about collecting Black art between Art Melanated founders Sol Aponte and Jennia Fredrique Aponte, whose stunning Stevie Wonder art exhibit recently wrapped in Atlanta, and Dawn Limerick, founder and president of The Greenwood Standard. *RSVPs are closed.
Cadillac Presents: Music In Motion featuring Lucky Daye
6:00-7:15 pm
Cadillac Lounge at The Fillmore Miami Beach
1700 Washington Avenue, Miami Beach, FL 33139
Experience GRAMMY Award-winning R&B singer Lucky Daye live in concert during an intimate performance in the Cadillac Lounge. *RSVPs are closed.
He Looked Like A Postcard Official Film After Party
6:00 pm
N’Namdi Contemporary
6505 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami, FL 33138
Celebrate the world premiere of He Looked Like A Postcard with the film’s stars jessica Care moore and Tobias Truvillion with DJ sets by Talib Kweli, Drake Phifer, J Sicka and DJ Spivey.
Spotlight Screening: Ol’ Dirty Bastard: A Tale Of Two Dirtys, courtesy of A&E Networks
7:00-9:00 pm
Miami Beach Convention Center - Screening Room 1
1901 Convention Center Drive, Miami Beach, FL 33139
Take a deep dive into the life and times of Wu-Tang Clan founding member Ol’ Dirty Bastard and the man behind the persona in this documentary. A panel discussion including ODB’s widow Icelene Jones and son Bar-Sun Jones aka YDB will follow.
Jason Mitchell stars alongside rappers Tabatha “DreamDoll” Robinson and NLE Choppa in this action-packed drama about the parents of a teen girl attempting to rescue her from a drug dealer/pimp.
Miami’s own “Diamond Princess” Trina plans to get real and raw during a live version of TV One’s popular UNCENSORED series moderated by Chris Spencer.
Former Migos member Quavo co-stars with Akil McDowell, La La Anthony, Omar Dorsey and Rockmond Dunbar in this Atlanta-based crime drama.
ABFF’s 2024 Creative Director Issa Rae brings the HOORAE House Lounge to Miami Beach with a space for creatives to connect and kick back at the festival. Enjoy a lounge atmosphere with happy hour vibes and a Raedio music experience. Operating Thursday afternoon through Saturday afternoon, access to HOORAE House is free with RSVP on Eventbrite.
Jussie Smollett directs, co-writes, co-produces and stars in this family drama, reuniting with his Empire co-star Vivica A. Fox.
Cadillac Presents: Music In Motion featuring KIRBY
6:00-7:15 pm
Cadillac Lounge at The Fillmore Miami Beach
1700 Washington Avenue, Miami Beach, FL 33139
Soulful R&B songstress KIRBY shuts down the Cadillac Lounge with a grand finale live performance. *RSVPs are closed.
Where The Black People At?! Miami, sponsored by @Threads
10:30 pm-2:00 am
Location TBA
Join Issa Rae and a few of her famous friends at the ABFF installment of the Where The Black People At?! dance party. The event is free to attend with RSVP on Eventbrite.
ABFF’s 2024 Creative Director Issa Rae brings the HOORAE House Lounge to Miami Beach with a space for creatives to connect and kick back at the festival. Enjoy a lounge atmosphere with happy hour vibes and a Raedio music experience. Operating Thursday afternoon through Saturday afternoon, access to HOORAE House is free with RSVP on Eventbrite.
Music For Media: Secrets Of A Successful Collaboration, presented by New World Symphony
3:00-4:15 pm
New World Center - Truist Pavilion
500 17th Street, Miami Beach, FL 33139
Get to know Pulitzer Prize-winning composer Michael Abels as he discusses his history and work with Jordan Peele and LucasFilm during this session.
Documentary Feature: Luther: Never Too Much screening
7:30 pm
Miami Beach Convention Center - Screening Room 2
1901 Convention Center Drive, Miami Beach, FL 33139
Director Dawn Potter screens her in-depth documentary about the legendary singer Luther Vandross.
Closing Night: Yacht Gala
10:00 pm-2:00 am
Seafair Miami
100 Chopin Place, Miami, FL 33131
Set sail on the luxurious Seafair yacht and toast to another successful American Black Film Festival. Party the night away to DJ Don P on the decks. *This event is sold out.