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The Immigrant Magazine Partners with the Pan African Film & Arts Festival for a Remarkable 2024 Edition

The Immigrant Magazine Partners with the Pan African Film & Arts Festival for a Remarkable 2024 Edition

The Immigrant Magazine and PAFF Unite Against Hate at the Pan African Film Festival 2024

Magazine, Entertainment, STOP THE HATE

The Pan African Film & Arts Festival (PAFF) is gearing up for its 32nd edition, and excitement is building as the captivating lineup for 2024 promises to be a celebration of African and African American cinema and arts. The Immigrant Magazine is thrilled to continue its partnership with PAFF, reinforcing its commitment to fostering cultural exchange and promoting diversity within the entertainment industry.

As ambassadors of the festival, Pamela and Charles Anchang, publishers of The Immigrant Magazine, express their honor in celebrating this milestone and extend an invitation to every black immigrant and cinema enthusiast to support the talented filmmakers and artists showcasing their work. The Immigrant Magazine is not only a supporter but also an active participant, adding a unique touch to the festival experience.

In a bold move, The Immigrant Magazine announces its “Stop The Hate Against Black Immigrants” initiative, an event that will take place during the PAFF. The Immigrant Connection Mixer, scheduled for Saturday, February 17, 2024, from 5:10 PM to 6:42 PM PST, aims to bring together black immigrants and cinema enthusiasts from various corners of the world. The mixer is an opportunity to explore shared experiences and show solidarity in the face of challenges.

The Immigrant Magazine Partners with the Pan African Film & Arts Festival for a Remarkable 2024 EditionAs part of the Stop The Hate initiative, The Immigrant Magazine has chosen a Caribbean film, “Deep Blue” (Encore), for an exclusive screening at PAFF. Embracing the Caribbean theme of the festival, this film, directed by Howard Allen of HaMafilms, sheds light on the challenges faced by people in developing countries and the African diaspora. “Deep Blue” proudly stands among the official selections for the Pan African Film Festival 2024.

PAFF, scheduled to take place from February 6-19, 2024, at Cinemark Baldwin Hills and XD and the adjacent Baldwin Hills Crenshaw Plaza, promises a diverse and enriching experience for attendees. The festival will feature over 200 films from 54 countries, in 28 languages, including 68 World and 25 North American premieres. Notably, 49% of the films selected for the festival are helmed by female, queer, or non-binary filmmakers, highlighting the commitment to inclusivity.

Ayuko Babu, Executive Director of PAFF, expresses excitement about the 2024 lineup, stating, “This year’s films and artistic contributions showcase the richness of the African diaspora, celebrating its history, culture, and creativity.”

Apart from film screenings, PAFF will host a fine art show, panel discussions, Q&A sessions, a comedy show, and special events celebrating African and African American culture. The festival caters to diverse audiences, including children, students, and seniors, ensuring that everyone can partake in the celebration of storytelling through film and art.

The Immigrant Magazine and PAFF encourage everyone to join them in this remarkable celebration, fostering positive images and breaking down stereotypes of Africans and African Americans. For more information about the Pan African Film & Arts Festival, including film schedules, tickets, and event details, please visit paff.org.

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About The Immigrant Magazine

The Immigrant Magazine is a publication dedicated to telling the stories of immigrants and celebrating the diversity that enriches communities worldwide. As ambassadors of the Pan African Film & Arts Festival, The Immigrant Magazine is committed to supporting initiatives that promote cultural exchange and inclusion.

About the Pan African Film & Arts Festival

The 32nd Pan African Film & Arts Festival (PAFF) is one of the largest and most prestigious Black film festivals in the U.S. The festival showcases a broad spectrum of Black creative works, reinforcing positive images and challenging negative stereotypes. PAFF is an Oscar-qualifying festival for animation and live-action films and remains a significant event during Black History Month.

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This resource is supported in whole or in part by funding provided by the State of California, administered by the California State Library in partnership with the California Department of Social Services and the California Commission on Asian and Pacific Islander American Affairs as part of the Stop the Hate program. To report a hate incident or hate crime and get support, go to CA vs Hate.

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