A competition with 185 creative projects representing 21 countries.
The exciting 23rd annual Urban Mediamakers Film Festival (UMFF) takes place from October 14-27, 2024, across Gwinnett County, with a powerful focus on showcasing the work of diverse content creators. This year’s festival will shine a spotlight on the rich cultural heritage and creative brilliance of independent filmmakers. UMFF presents animators, writers, and digital artists from these communities, providing them with a global platform to share stories.
UMFF 2024 features official selections from 21 countries, including significant representation from the African Diaspora. These selections highlight the diverse voices of Black and urban creators, offering audiences a chance to engage with content that reflects the experiences, struggles, triumphs, and cultural richness of these communities. The festival’s programming is designed to celebrate the contributions of Black and African Diaspora artists to the global cinematic landscape.
Since its inception, the Urban Mediamakers Film Festival has been dedicated to amplifying the voices of urban and Black content creators. This year’s festival continues that mission by showcasing groundbreaking work that challenges mainstream narratives and elevates underrepresented voices. From riveting dramas and poignant documentaries to innovative animations and experimental media, UMFF 2024 will feature content that speaks to the heart of the urban experience and the broader urban narrative.
The festival is proud to feature works from creators across the world. These films and media projects offer a unique window into the diverse cultures, histories, and contemporary realities of African-descended peoples worldwide.
UMFF is not just a festival; it’s a movement that connects the local community in Gwinnett County with a global network of creators and thinkers. Community leaders, local businesses, and arts organizations are encouraged to participate and support this celebration of urban creativity.
UMFF 2024 Event Highlights
• Screenings of official selections from 21 countries, with a focus on Black, African, and urban content creators.
• Seminars on technology, new production workflows, global media, the future of Black cinema, and more.
• Workshops tailored to urban and Black content creators, covering topics such as storytelling, digital media, and entrepreneurship in the arts.
• Networking opportunities for creators and industry professionals to connect, collaborate, and elevate.
• Dive into the world of Black speculative fiction, technology, and imagination at the 9th AfroFuturism Fest, celebrating African diasporic culture through film, music, art, and innovation.
• The first-ever Gwinnett County Comic-Con featuring top indie comic creators hosted by Greg Burnham of Tuskegee Heirs, and DC Comics.
Get more information at https://umff.com.
