The 2025 American Black Film Festival (ABFF) Honors
Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor received the Excellence in the Arts Award, presented by Ava Duvernay
New York- ABFF Honors took place on Monday, February 17, 2025, at the SLS Hotel in Beverly Hills. This epic evening was powered by Ally and Cadillac. The ABFF continues to magnify the incredible talents of Black film makers. For nearly three decades Founder, Jeff Friday has stayed committed to providing a platform dedicated to black excellence, in front and behind the camera. The ABFF continues to reshape the industry with emerging creatives.
Aaron Pierre received the Rising Star Award, presented by Kelvin Harrison, Jr.