BBFF Film Festival 2025 Films

Black & Brown Femme Film Festival 2025

Official Selections

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Official Selections

Black & Brown Femme Film Festival 2025

The Black & Brown Femme Film Festival 2025 proudly showcases 42 original films from around the globe, each crafted by visionary femme filmmakers of color. This year’s selections reflect bold artistic voices that challenge convention, uplift marginalized stories, and reimagine what film can be. From gripping personal narratives to experimental visual journeys, the BBFF Official Selections represent the heart of this year’s programming.

Spanning genres like documentary, animation, horror, comedy, and drama, each film was chosen for its unique contribution to storytelling, craft, and cultural impact. Across two days, audiences will experience stories rooted in migration, identity, gender, mental health, ancestry, resilience, queerness, and community-building.

Browse the full list of selections, watch trailers, and learn more about the featured artists

Better with Milk

Ashika Srinivassan

Ashika Srinivassan is a young French filmmaker who has just completed her studies with her short film Better with Milk, a movie inspired by Indian...

Stray Flower

In 1904, the genocide of the Herero and Nama by the German colonial power in South West Africa began. Hinavandu,...

Nandi_Nastasja

Born in 1997 in Mönchengladbach, Germany, she graduated in 2024 with a BA in directing from Ludwigsburg. She received a scholarship from the Namibia Initiative of...
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My Name is Maalum

Maalum is a black Brazilian girl who was born and raised in a home surrounded by love and Afrocentric references....

Luísa Copetti

Luísa Copetti is a visual artist in training, art director, illustrator and animation director. She worked as animation director, art director, animator and illustrator...

All Your Yesterdays

A husband reveals scathing truths to his wife of 40 years as they downsize and empty their house of possessions...

Dini Parayitam

Dini Parayitam is an Indian-American writer based in Iowa City. She holds an MFA in Fiction Writing from the Iowa Writers’ Workshop (2014). While working...

Every person is a principle

Luna is a Brazilian trans teenager who begins her hormone therapy process hidden from her parents and church, until one...

Thiala Forte

Thiala Forte is a Brazilian transgender woman, 27 years old and has been a Cultural Producer since 2019 and since then has been exploring different...

Eye Candy

Allie Morgan

Allie Morgan (she/her) is a writer, director, and producer in Chicago, IL. She studied entertainment business at Los Angeles Film School and screenwriting at New York Film...

Experience the magic of the Black & Brown Femme Film Festival 2025 — a powerful two-day celebration of women of color in film.
Held at the Logan Center for the Arts in Chicago, BBFF 2025 will feature 42 groundbreaking films spanning animation, documentary, drama, and more. Join us for a weekend of bold storytelling, community, and cultural connection. Find more details and purchase tickets below.

Accessibility and Community First
The Black & Brown Femme Film Festival is proud to prioritize accessibility. We offer discounted tickets for students, seniors, and EBT card holders, ensuring that all community members can experience the magic of The Black & Brown Femme Film Festival 2025. The Logan Center is fully ADA-compliant, with wheelchair access, gender-inclusive restrooms, and assistive listening devices available by request. Volunteers will also be available on-site to support guest needs and questions.

Beyond the Screen: Events & Artist Conversations
In addition to film screenings, The Black & Brown Femme Film Festival 2025 will feature panel discussions, artist talks, and community mixers. These intimate sessions offer audiences the chance to connect directly with filmmakers, explore behind-the-scenes insights, and delve deeper into the creative process behind each selection. It’s more than a film festival — it’s a cultural experience rooted in dialogue, inspiration, and shared imagination.

Why BBFF Matters
Since its founding, Black & Brown Femme Films has championed the stories of women of color in independent film. BBFF is more than an annual event — it’s a movement to challenge the industry, celebrate diverse creators, and create space for healing, transformation, and joy through cinema. Whether you’re a returning guest or a first-time attendee, BBFF 2025 promises a meaningful, unforgettable experience.

Support Our Mission

BBFF is a nonprofit organization powered by artists, organizers, and community support. If you believe in amplifying the voices of women of color in film, please consider making a donation to help us grow and thrive. Every contribution directly supports our programming, filmmakers, and future initiatives. — There are many ways to get involved: you can support us by volunteering, becoming a sponsor, or sharing our work with your networks. We also welcome inquiries about career opportunities, internships, and collaborative roles. If you’re passionate about film, equity, and cultural storytelling, BBFF may be the right place to grow with purpose.

Streaming Platform Coming Soon
We’re thrilled to announce the upcoming launch of the BBFF Streaming Platform — a new way to support and watch films from women of color year-round. The platform will showcase past favorites and exclusive digital premieres, further expanding access to our mission. The official announcement will take place during the festival weekend. Stay tuned — the platform is launching soon! Sign up for updates and future announcements! 

Questions or Suggestions?
We welcome your feedback. Whether you’re a filmmaker, attendee, or supporter, please don’t hesitate to reach out with questions, ideas, or inquiries. Visit our [Contact Us] page or email us directly at contact@bbffilms.org to get in touch.