Haiti International Film Festival

06/10/2026

Hello, HIFF Family,

The founder of the Haiti International Film Festival, Jacquil Constant, is excited to showcase the new promo for the 11th Annual Haiti International Film Festival. This year's theme is Konnesans: The Art of Knowledge, taking place on August 15–16, 2026, at the historic Barnsdall Gallery Theatre in Hollywood, CA.
We have an excellent selection of films from Haitian and African Diaspora filmmakers that celebrate the richness and diversity of Haitian culture. Special thanks to Heather Palmer, our brilliant editor, for putting together this outstanding promo. We also extend our gratitude to our sponsors, Color Congress and the City of Los Angeles Department of Cultural Affairs, for their continued support.

Link to the 11th Annual Haiti International Film Festival:
https://youtu.be/Ztsn9u7lS-M

Purchase Tickets:
https://filmfreeway.com/HaitiInternationalFilmFestival/tickets

Thank you to the HIFF audience for your support and to the talented filmmakers who showcase the humanity of Haitian culture through authentic cinema. We would also like to thank Haitian artist Eyo-E for providing the song "Lakou," which perfectly captures the theme and spirit of this year's festival.

06/05/2026

Happy Caribbean Heritage Month!

The founder of the Haiti International Film Festival, Jacquil Constant, is excited to invite you to Haitian Magical Realism: The Art of the Haitian Global South at the African-American Heritage Room in the Shatford Library at Pasadena City College.

The Haitian art exhibition runs from June 1 through August 31. As part of the exhibition, we will also be showcasing the promotional video for the 11th Annual Haiti International Film Festival, which will be held at the historic Barnsdall Gallery Theatre in Hollywood, California.

Special thanks to the PCC Foundation for its sponsorship and to PCC Library Dean Raquel Torres-Retana and Outreach Librarian Danielle Rapue for their support in making this exhibition possible.

We look forward to seeing you at the reception and curator talk. Have a wonderful day, and see you soon!

Teamwork makes the dream work.

05/31/2026

Hello, HIFF Family,

The Call for Late Submissions for the 11th Annual Haiti International Film Festival is now open through May 31, 2026.
The theme of this year's festival is Konnesans: The Art of Knowledge in Haitian Cinema. We invite filmmakers to submit their outstanding films to the premier platform for Haitian cinema in Hollywood. The festival will take place on Saturday, August 15, 2026, at the historic Barnsdall Gallery Theatre in Los Angeles.
The Haiti International Film Festival is a celebration of Haitian cinema that showcases positive images of Haiti through film and art. We look forward to seeing you at the theater.

In honor of Haitian Heritage Month, we have extended late submissions through May 31st, which is also Haitian Mother's Day. Don't miss this opportunity to share your amazing work with audiences in Hollywood and beyond.

Submission Link:
https://filmfreeway.com/HaitiInternationalFilmFestival

Sponsored by:
The Los Angeles Department of Cultural Affairs and

The 11 th Annual Haiti International Film Festival is a one-day film festival celebrating Haitian art and culture. Founded in 2015 by Haitian American filmma...

05/29/2026

Hello, HIFF Family,

The founder of the Haiti International Film Festival, Jacquil Constant, is excited that HIFF host Bechir Sylvain will be participating in the first RaRa Celebration in Los Angeles. It is a wonderful way to conclude Haitian Heritage Month and celebrate Haitian Mother’s Day on May 31st.

Special thanks to Moun Lakay LA for organizing this impactful event for the Los Angeles Haitian community.

We look forward to seeing you at our Liberation Hike with RaRa!

05/29/2026

Hello, Facebook Family,

The Call for Late Submissions for the 11th Annual Haiti International Film Festival is now open through May 31, 2026.
The theme of this year's festival is Konnesans: The Art of Knowledge in Haitian Cinema. We invite filmmakers to submit their outstanding films to the premier platform for Haitian cinema in Hollywood. The festival will take place on Saturday, August 15, 2026, at the historic Barnsdall Gallery Theatre in Los Angeles.
The Haiti International Film Festival is a celebration of Haitian cinema that showcases positive images of Haiti through film and art. We look forward to seeing you at the theater.

In honor of Haitian Heritage Month, we have extended late submissions through May 31st, which is also Haitian Mother's Day. Don't miss this opportunity to share your amazing work with audiences in Hollywood and beyond.

Submission Link:
https://filmfreeway.com/HaitiInternationalFilmFestival

Sponsored by:
The Los Angeles Department of Cultural Affairs and Color Congress

05/22/2026

Hello, HIFF Family,

You are invited to the 3rd Annual Our Vision Caribbean & Latino Film Festival at the historic Barnsdall Gallery Theatre in Hollywood on Saturday, May 23, 2026.

Founder and filmmaker Charles Alleyne has curated a powerful selection of high-quality films from independent filmmakers across the Caribbean and Latin American creative communities. Jacquil Constant is proud to be a sponsor of the film festival and to support films that showcase the humanity, creativity, and diverse voices of filmmakers of color.

Purchase tickets:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-2026-edition-of-our-vision-caribbean-and-latino-film-festival-tickets-1983413294556

We look forward to seeing you at the screening.

05/12/2026

Happy Haitian Heritage Month,

The amazing documentary W.E.B. Du Bois: Rebel With A Cause is screening daily at the Laemmle Monica Film Center in Santa Monica at 1:10 PM, 4:10 PM, and 7:10 PM through Thursday, May 14. W.E.B. Du Bois is one of my historical heroes. His grandfather and father were Haitian. He was the first Black man to receive a PhD from Harvard in 1895. He is also considered the Father of Sociology, though he is often not given proper credit for his groundbreaking contributions. In addition, he was a leader in establishing the first Pan-African Congress in London in 1900.
The film will also premiere on PBS on May 19, 2026.

Be sure to watch this amazing documentary by award-winning filmmaker Rita Coburn and Executive Producer Sandra Manley, a pivotal leader in the Black Hollywood Education and Resource Center and Black film festivals in Los Angeles.

05/08/2026

HIFF AI FILM TRAINING

Join award-winning VR expert Jonathan Williams for an exclusive AI Film Training with the Haiti International Film Festival!

We’re calling on emerging + established filmmakers to create AI videos supporting the Haitian National Team for the World Cup

May 9
12 PM (PT) | 3 PM (ET)

RSVP to receive the Replay link at [email protected].

Create. Innovate. Represent Haiti.

Let’s tell the story of Haiti’s return to the World Cup stage—50 years in the making.

05/08/2026

Hello, HIFF Family,

The founder of the Haiti International Film Festival, Jacquil Constant, wishes everyone a Happy Haitian Heritage Month.
Special thanks to PR strategist Cydney Prentice for writing a brilliant press release for the 11th Annual Haiti International Film Festival. Film submissions close on May 18 in honor of Haitian Flag Day.

We are excited to showcase inspiring films with the Haitian art and film community in Los Angeles and beyond on August 15, 2026, at the Barnsdall Gallery in Hollywood, CA. We also look forward to sharing the stage with our amazing host, Bechir Sylvain, and presenting curated films that will empower our community to reach its full potential while celebrating authentic cultural expression through film and art.

The theme of this year’s festival is Konnesans: The Art of Knowledge in Haitian Cinema.

See you at the theatre. Mark your calendars for this epic experience.

https://www.einpresswire.com/article/911164956/11th-annual-haiti-international-film-festival-announces-submission-deadline-may-18-honoring-haitian-flag-day

HIFF Also Prepares To Launch New Mentorship Initiatives

04/28/2026

🎬 HIFF AI FILM TRAINING 🎬

Join award-winning VR expert Jonathan Williams for an exclusive AI Film Training with the Haiti International Film Festival!

We’re calling on emerging + established filmmakers to create AI videos supporting the Haitian National Team for the World Cup 🇭🇹⚽️

🗓 May 4
⏰ 12 PM (PT) | 3 PM (ET)
💻 RSVP to receive the Zoom link

Create. Innovate. Represent Haiti.

Let’s tell the story of Haiti’s return to the World Cup stage—50 years in the making.