BlackStar Film Festival is an annual celebration of the visual and storytelling traditions of the African diaspora and of global Indigenous communities, showcasing films by Black, Brown and Indigenous artists from around the world.

Passes

All Access Pass

Access to all festival screenings, including in-person and online screenings. ($250)

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Virtual Pass

Access to all online screenings. ($125)

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News

Stills of four of the films that will be featured in the 2022 BlackStar Film Festival.

Press Release

BlackStar Announces Film Lineup for 2022 BlackStar Film Festival

Passes now on sale for BlackStar Film Festival – 11th edition will feature global selection of films and robust accompanying programming, including in-person screenings.

Press Release

BlackStar Projects Announces Mira Nair as 2022 Luminary Award Recipient

BlackStar Projects, the premier organization celebrating visionary Black, Brown, and Indigenous film and media artists, is thrilled to announce the …

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Volunteer

Help make the 2022 BlackStar Film Festival happen! We're looking for volunteers to support the BlackStar team before and during this year's events.

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Advertising

Advertise during the 2022 BlackStar Film Festival and reach a global audience of cinephiles, artists, and other tastemakers.

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BlackStar Bazaar

Apply to be a vendor at the 2022 BlackStar Bazaar! Curated by The Sable Collective, the 2022 BlackStar Bazaar spotlights independent artisans online selling art, apparel, accessories, décor, and more.

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FAQs

What access and benefits do I receive with a pass?

Virtual pass holders receive:

Admission to all virtual screenings
Access to BlackStar Pitch Session

All Access pass holders receive:

Admission to all in-person and virtual screenings
Admission to all in-person events, including First Friday! at the Barnes Foundation
Discounted admission to the Philadelphia Museum of Art, August 3-7, 2022
Access to BlackStar Pitch Session

Where can I purchase passes and tickets?

Currently only All Access and Virtual Passes are available. Individual tickets will be available in July.

All passes and tickets can be purchased at blackstarfest.org/tickets.

How do I use my Filmmaker, Member, or other special discount?

Member, Filmmaker, and other special discounts will be active after the early bird period. If you are in one of these groups you will receive additional information about using your discount.