African Film Festival Atlanta Returns for 5th Edition

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The African Film Festival Atlanta (AFFATL) is set to return for its fifth edition, celebrating bold, diverse, and visionary storytelling from the African Diaspora. Powered by the African Film & Arts Foundation Inc. (AFAF), AFFATL is Georgia's first homegrown African film festival and the only event of its kind in the Southeast exclusively dedicated to films by and about people of African descent.

Why it matters

The AFFATL festival provides a vital platform to amplify underrepresented voices and perspectives in the film industry, fostering greater representation and appreciation for African and African-American cinema. As the Southeast's premier showcase of African Diaspora films, the event plays a key role in promoting cultural exchange, education, and artistic expression within the local Atlanta community.

The details

The 5-day AFFATL celebration will feature narrative and documentary film screenings, filmmaker Q&As, panels, live performances, a Vendor Village, and educational workshops. The festival is open to the public and aims to bring together creatives, scholars, industry leaders, and the broader Atlanta community for an unforgettable experience celebrating heritage and innovation.

• The 5th edition of the African Film Festival Atlanta will take place from March 26-30, 2026.
• The festival is currently accepting film submissions via FilmFreeway.

What’s next

Film submissions for the 2026 edition of the African Film Festival Atlanta are now open through FilmFreeway.