The Untold Story of Public Enemy’s S1Ws at PAFF
If hip-hop had an army, the S1Ws (Security of the First World) were its frontline soldiers. They weren’t just background figures in Public Enemy’s iconic performances—they we
SpokenWord Fest at PAFF: A Night of Fire, Flow & Freedom
PAFF’s Spokenword Fest wasn’t just an event—it was a revolution in rhythm and rhyme, a space where voices roared, whispered, and demanded to be heard.
Young Hollywood: How Social Media Inspires Gen Z to Dream Beyond
“Young Hollywood: How Social Media Inspires Gen Z to Dream Beyond” is a deep dive into how platforms like TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube have reshaped what it means to “make
PAFF 2025: A Celebration of Women’s Voices in Cinema
The 2025 Pan African Film Festival (PAFF) is turning up the volume on women’s stories—both in front of and behind the camera.
PAFF’s SpokenWord Fest: Where Rhymes, Resistance & Rhythm Collide
Don't miss this year's PAFF Spokenword Fest, produced by Diverse Verses LA, the part of PAFF where words hit like drumbeats, syllables spit fire, and voices rise in poetic rebellio
PAFF 2025 Shines a Spotlight on Black Immigrant Stories Amid Rising Immigration Challenges
PAFF steps forward to provide a critical platform for the stories of Black immigrants, offering a bridge of understanding through the power of film and art.
PAFF 2025 Film Guide & Schedule Now Available for Download!
The official Pan African Film & Arts Festival (PAFF) 2025 Film Guide and Schedule is now live and ready for download.
PAFF 2025 Kicks Off with Star-Studded Red Carpet Gala
The 33rd Pan African Film & Arts Festival (PAFF) officially launched in spectacular fashion with a dazzling Opening Night Gala on Tuesday, February 4, at The Culver Theater.
ICYMI: PAFF Featured on CBS2/KCAL9 Morning News!
In case you missed it, the Pan African Film & Arts Festival (PAFF) got a major spotlight on KTLA Morning News!
ICYMI: PAFF Featured on KTLA Morning News with Gayle Anderson!
In case you missed it, the Pan African Film & Arts Festival (PAFF) got a major spotlight on KTLA Morning News!