Vici Howard amplifies the impact of black and brown femme films
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Black & Brown Poetry Festival: Voices in Motion 3-Day Event
Join us for Chicago’s ONLY 3-day poetry festival dedicated to uplifting the powerful voices of Black and Brown Femme Poets! This April, BBFF (Black & Brown Femme Films) celebrates National Poetry Month with an unforgettable lineup of art, community, and culture.
Day 1: Kicks off with Catalina Maria Johnson, Road Scholar, presenting her captivating program “Latin Hip Hop as a New Poetry” at Pilsen Arts & Community House. 1637 W 18th St, Chicago, IL 60608
Day 2: Brings an electrifying open mic night where Black and Brown femme poets share their stories, creativity, and spirit at Last Sip Cafe located at 1057 W. Argyle in Chicago, IL 60640
Day 3: Day 3: Closes the festival with a dazzling film festival at Film Row Theater, Columbia College. The Poetry Film Festival features works inspired by poetry and femme brilliance
Don’t miss this extraordinary celebration of spoken word, art, and sisterhood!
- Location: Film Row Theater, Columbia College* 1104 S. Wabash Ave. Chicago IL, 8th floor
- 2:30 - 5:30 PM CST
- Saturday, April 26, 2025
Film Festival Finalists '25
Always inclusive and submission free
BBFF ( Black & Brown Femme Films ) Is an inclusive, submission free, rotating showcase, celebrating the diverse voices of filmmakers and performing artists identifying as black, brown, and femme. Empowering under represented talents, we foster a nurturing community, driving positive change through thought-provoking narratives and performances. Join us as we champion brilliance in cinema and the performing arts.
Black & Brown Femme Films
“Femme” – A celebration of those who resonate with their femininity. Whether cisgender, transgender, non-binary, or anywhere in between, ‘Femme’ is the embodiment of the feminine essence in all its diverse forms. It’s Black and Brown Femme Films’ mission to amplify and showcase our unique perspectives through the art of film.
ViBe: Exhibition Celebrating Women of Color
BBFF brought the energy to life! At the Vibe exhibition, we explored music, dance, food, innovations, and rites of passage of women of color from around the world. We invited everyone to join us on a celebratory journey to uncover the vibrant tapestry of pop culture created by BIPOC women.
