Pan African Film & Arts Festival

Pan African Film & Arts Festival America's Largest and Most Prestigious International Black Film Festival Every February we bring you Films and Art from within the U.S.
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and all over the world throughout the African Diaspora!

06/24/2026

What an incredible honor it was to partner with the Academy Museum during Juneteenth weekend for the 50th Anniversary 4K screening of Car Wash.

Hearing the cast and crew share candid, insightful reflections on the making of this groundbreaking film was both inspiring and moving. Fifty years later, Car Wash continues to resonate as a cultural touchstone and an enduring piece of cinematic history.

A special thank you to our Assistant General Manager, Linda Abbott Bronson, whose vision, leadership, and dedication helped orchestrate this meaningful collaboration. We are grateful for the opportunity to celebrate this iconic film and its lasting legacy with our community.

Join PAFF and the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures for a special 50th Anniversary Celebration of the beloved classic Ca...
06/17/2026

Join PAFF and the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures for a special 50th Anniversary Celebration of the beloved classic Car Wash—newly restored in stunning 4K.

Stacked with Black comedy and cinema luminaries Franklyn Ajaye, Bill Duke, Ivan Dixon, Antonio Fargas, Garrett Morris, and Richard Pryor, and supported by George Carlin, Irwin Corey, and Melanie Mayron, this who’s-who of 1970s independent and underground cinema makes for a joyous slice of life. Underscored by the funky tunes of Rose Royce and complemented by a cameo by the Pointer Sisters, Schultz’s classic is a witty, primarily... light-hearted offering from an otherwise tumultuous decade.

🎟️ Starts at $5

🗓️ Sat, Jun 20, 2026 | 7:30pm PT

📍 David Geffen Theater

🎤 Q&A will be held after the film

In person: filmmaker Michael Schultz;
Actors Bill Duke, Antonio Fargas, Henry Kingi, Melanie Mayron, Garrett Morris, Pepe Serna. Moderated by Jacqueline Stewart.

🔗 Link in Bio | Tickets are expected to sell out quickly.

📚✨TONIGHT IS FOR THE BOOK LOVERS, LA!✨📚Join us for an unforgettable evening with legendary, award-winning author Walter ...
05/27/2026

📚✨TONIGHT IS FOR THE BOOK LOVERS, LA!✨📚

Join us for an unforgettable evening with legendary, award-winning author Walter Mosley as he discusses and signs copies of his newest novel, Been Wrong So Long It Feels Like Right.

🎤 Special conversation moderated by acclaimed actor, director, and producer Eriq La Salle.

📅 TONIGHT, May 26, 2026
⏰ 7:00 PM
📍 Malik Books, Baldwin Hills Crenshaw Mall

📖 Reserve your copy and RSVP today (link in bio!) or at MALIKBOOKS.COM

05/22/2026

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05/21/2026

🔥😂 Kym Whitley — TONIGHT!
Actress and comedian, Kym Whitley is gracing the PAFF SOUL COMEDY stage and all of yall are in for a hilarious treat! 🎤

📍 The Miracle Theater — Inglewood
📅 Thursday, May 21st
⏰ 8PM | Doors Open 7PM

🎟️ Grab your tickets NOW! Link in bio or Ticketmaster.com or TheMiracleInglewood.com

05/21/2026

🔥Kym Whitley — TONIGHT!
Actress and comedian, Kym Whitley is gracing the PAFF SOUL COMEDY stage and all of yall are in for a hilarious treat 😭🎤

📍 The Miracle Theater — Inglewood
📅 Thursday, May 21st
⏰ 8PM | Doors Open 7PM

🎟️ Grab your tickets NOW! Link in bio or Ticketmaster.com or TheMiracleInglewood.com

📣 LA LOCALS — join us in tonight at 7PM for a special screening of Malcolm X at in Culver City. (Link in bio for ticket...
05/20/2026

📣 LA LOCALS — join us in tonight at 7PM for a special screening of Malcolm X at in Culver City. (Link in bio for tickets )

📍 The Culver Theater — Culver City, CA
🕖 Tonight at 7PM

Bring your people, show up for Black cinema, and experience Malcolm X on the big screen the way it deserves to be seen.

05/19/2026

🚨 May 21st is about to be DANGEROUS 😂🔥

Actor, comedian, and certified crowd destroyer Alex Thomas is hitting the PAFF SOUL COMEDY stage and listen… if you’ve ever seen him perform, then you already know your stomach muscles are NOT making it out alive 😭🎤

📍 The Miracle Theater — Inglewood
📅 Thursday, May 21st
⏰ 8PM | Doors Open 7PM

Memorial Day Weekend starts with laughs ‘til it hurts! 🎟️ Grab your tickets NOW before your funny friend buys the last seats 👀🔥(Link in bio/Ticketmaster.com/TheMiracleInglewood.com)

05/17/2026

🚨 PAFF SOUL Comedy is bringing the laughs BIG TIME with special guest Brett Riley 🎤😂

Get ready for a night of nonstop comedy, good vibes, and unforgettable moments at The Miracle Theater!

📅 Thursday, May 21🕗 8PM (Doors at 7PM)

Tickets are selling FAST — secure your seat NOW before it’s too late 🎟️Link in bio!

🎟️ PAFF MAY EVENTS ARE HERE | Read Caption ↓✨😂 Thursday, May 21 • Memorial Day Weekend Kick-off • Laugh Til It Hurts wit...
05/15/2026

🎟️ PAFF MAY EVENTS ARE HERE | Read Caption ↓✨

😂 Thursday, May 21 • Memorial Day Weekend Kick-off • Laugh Til It Hurts with Tony Rock & Friends:
A night of nonstop laughs, culture, and feel-good energy at The Miracle Theater! Bring your crew and get ready for a comedy night to remember.
(🎫 Click the link in bio to grab tickets NOW!)

🎬 Friday, May 19 • Malcolm X Screening at The Culver Theater: Join PAFF for a powerful screening of the iconic film that continues to inspire generations through its message and impact.
(🎟️ Secure Your Tix - Link in Bio or at Link Provided)

📚 Thursday, May 26 • An Evening with Walter MosleyExperience an inspiring night of conversation, storytelling, and Black literary excellence with one of the greatest writers of our time.
(🎫 Tickets available now — link in bio or at link provided)

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