American Black Film Festival Announces Dallas Pop Up Programming Featuring Award-Winning Independent Films, Celebrity Conversations, and Curated Panels
ABFF’s First-Ever National Pop Up Tour Continues in Dallas
LOS ANGELES, CA (October 30, 2025) – NICE CROWD, the company behind the American Black Film Festival (ABFF), today announced the programming slate for the upcoming ABFF Pop Up Tour in Dallas taking place at AMC NorthPark 15 on Saturday, November 15 and Sunday, November 16, 2025. The ABFF Pop Up Tour is a new national initiative, expanding beyond its flagship annual Miami Beach event, bringing the energy, creativity, and community spirit of the acclaimed festival to audiences in select U.S. markets this fall. The 2025 Pop Up Tour is launched with national support from Founding Sponsor Ally Financial.
ABFF Dallas Pop Up Programming
More information and all event tickets available via Eventbrite HERE.
Break It Down: How to Bring Any Script to Life, Presented by New York Film Academy (NYFA)
Saturday, November 15, 11:00 am
Learn how to creatively and efficiently break down a script or audition sides so you can sharpen your service as a storyteller in this masterclass with NYFA instructor and actor Gerrard James! We will learn how to ask and answer the right questions so the script can activate your imagination, and also learn how to start embodying the text so you can believably live within its world.
Creative Storytelling and the Business of Sports and Content with Syd Colson and Theresa Plaisance (TP), Presented by Ally
Saturday, November 15, 2:15 pm
In today’s world, athletes and entertainers aren’t just performing – they’re producing, investing, and owning their stories. This fireside chat explores the intersection of sports, content and finance: how storytelling can be a tool for empowerment, education and wealth building. From films that reshape public perception to business ventures that secure financial independence, we’ll unpack how today’s athletes and creatives are transforming their platforms into legacies of ownership and impact. Featuring Syd Colson and Theresa Plaisance (TP). Moderated by Jack Howard, Head of Money Wellness, Ally Financial.
Love Offside Screening
Saturday, November 15, 4:50 pm
When an undervalued physical therapist secretly takes on a famous rugby player’s recovery using a bold mix of Jamaican herbal remedies and modern therapy, she risks her career—and her heart—in a fight to prove her worth.
2025 HBO Short Film Showcase Followed by a Conversation with Filmmakers Princess Adenike and Sam Henderson
Saturday, November 15, 8:30 pm
The 2025 HBO Short Film Showcase spotlights the five finalists from the 29th American Black Film Festival, selected from a pool of thousands. Together, these films reflect the vitality, humor, and complexity of contemporary Black storytelling. The program features the following lineup: ADO (Written by Sam Henderson and Ryan Romine; Directed by Sam Henderson), A Beauty Supply in Queens (Written by Princess Adenike; Directed by Oluseyi Olatujoye and Princess Adenike), In Good Hands (Written by Yasmine Crawley; Directed by Nick Buchheit), ManBooBs (Written and Directed by Luke Harris), and Last Hoorah at G-Baby’s (Written and Directed by DeeDee Casimir).
The Fisherman Screening
Sunday, November 16, 1:00 pm, Family Friendly
In Zoey Martinson’s award-winning feast of magical realist comedy, aging Ghanaian Atta Oko sets his sights on finally having his own boat and becoming the envy of his village; he’ll just need help from a talking dead fish first. Winner, 2025 American Black Film Festival Best Narrative Feature and Best Director.
Good Shot Screening
Sunday, November 16, 4:00 pm
In the heart of Watts, a beloved neighborhood legend named Maxwell seeks redemption as a father after a lifetime of using basketball to mask his pain.
The Late Night Creep Screening
Sunday, November 16, 6:45 pm
For a married man, date night without the wife can be hell.
ABFF Pop Up sponsors and partners to date include Ally Financial (Founding & National Presenting), Andscape, New York Film Academy (NYFA), The Marketing Collective (Supporting), AMC Theaters (Screening Venue Partner), IMDbPro (Industry).
About ABFF Pop Up Tour:
A national tour bringing ABFF programming and spirit to four key U.S. markets.
Founding sponsor: Ally Financial
- New York – October 25-26 | AMC Lincoln Square
- Atlanta – November 8-9 | AMC Madison Yards
- Dallas – November 15-16 | AMC NorthPark
- Los Angeles – December 13-14 | AMC The Grove
About ABFF:
Founded by Jeff Friday in 1997, the American Black Film Festival (ABFF) is the premier destination for Black storytelling and a vital platform for emerging talent. ABFF has helped launch the careers of many of today’s most acclaimed filmmakers and actors while advocating for inclusion and representation in Hollywood and beyond.
About NICE CROWD:
NICE CROWD is a pioneering live events company operating at the intersection of culture, entertainment, and tourism. Founded by husband-and-wife team Nicole and Jeff Friday, the company produces festivals, awards shows, and destination-based experiences across major U.S. cities and international markets. At the heart of NICE CROWD is a belief in The Power of Gathering—bringing communities together to celebrate creativity, amplify emerging voices, and spark meaningful connection. The company’s mission is to harness that power to drive cultural relevance and economic impact for its partners. Best known for its flagship property, the American Black Film Festival (ABFF), now in its 30th year, the company has evolved into a global brand with deep expertise in event production, audience engagement, and strategic partnerships.
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