African American Film Critics Association

AAFCA Statement on the Passing of Little Richard and Andre Harrell

May 12, 2020

AAFCA CEO and president shared a statement on the passing of the two musical icons ... read more »

The African American Film Critics Association (AAFCA) Offers Coronavirus Shut-In Streaming Recommendations

April 23, 2020

At home with endless choices on what to watch – don’t worry! The world’s leading body of Black Film Critics Shares is offering some special initiatives for you! ... read more »

11th Annual AAFCA Awards Raises the Bar for Representation in Hollywood

January 30, 2020

The swanky black tie event brought out the best of Black Hollywood, making clear the meaning of unity, inclusivity and the power of Black artistry. ... read more »

1st Annual AAFCA TV Honors

August 15, 2019

The African American Film Critics Association (AAFCA) hands out awards to honor outstanding achievement in television at the innaugural AAFCA TV Honors ... read more »

The African American Film Critics Association (AAFCA) TV Honors Winners Announced

August 8, 2019

“When They See Us” wins four AAFCA TV Honors, including Best Limited Series, Best Writing, Breakthrough Performance & Best Ensemble ... read more »

NALIP HONORS AAFCA WITH ITS 2019 “WE ARE INCLUSION” AWARD

August 1, 2019

For the past two years, NALIP has put a laser focus on encouraging diversity in Hollywood through its #WeAreInclusion campaign. ... read more »

AAFCA and ABA Film Society present Inaugural Learning Lab “Celebrating Black Excellence in Cinema” with Netflix’s Tendo Nagenda and Outler Society’s Alana Mayo

February 15, 2019

From the global blockbuster Black Panther and the lyrical indie If Beale Street Could Talk to the hilariously poignant comedy sensations Insecure and Atlanta and beyond, #BlackExcellence in Hollywood is on full blast. Rightfully, the movement has put an additional spotlight on Black creative executives, many of whom have long worked in the trenches to create a pipeline of opportunity for traditionally underrepresented groups. In turn, that has ignited the spark that many tag as a “Black Hollywood Renaissance.” ... read more »

5th Annual AAFCA Special Achievement Awards Luncheon

February 7, 2019

The African American Film Critics Association (AAFCA) handed out awards to seven outstanding individuals representing the best of the entertainment industry at the organization’s fifth annual AAFCA Special Achievement Awards luncheon at the California Yacht Club in Marina Del Rey. ... read more »

AAFCA Day at City Hall

April 26, 2018

Venerable Film Critics Organization Unites with City Hall to Celebrate Los Angeles Film & TV Industry on April 27 . ... read more »

AAFCA, Cinematheque Celebrate African American Film Via New Series

April 5, 2018

Series launches on April 29th with a special event celebrating the career of acclaimed filmmaker Carl Franklin ... read more »

9TH ANNUAL AAFCA AWARDS RED CARPET

February 22, 2018

LA Sentinel host Brittany K. Jackson catches up with celebs at the 9th Annual African American Film Critics Association (AAFCA) Awards. ... read more / watch video »

The African American Film Critics Association Announces Its Celebration of Women in Cinema

October 19, 2017

That show will be proceeded by the third edition of the AAFCA Special Achievement Luncheon on Saturday, February 3, 2018 at the California Yacht Club in Marina del Rey, CA. ... read more »

AFRICAN AMERICAN FILM CRITICS ASSOCIATION HONORED MOONLIGHT & QUEEN SUGAR

February 16, 2017

Denzel Washington, Ruth Negga, Mahershala Ali and Viola Davis Received Acting Wins. Ava DuVarney's 13th and Beyonce's Lemonade also take key honors. Sidney Poitier Received Lifetime Achievement Award ... read more »

2nd Annual Money On My Mind: The Film & TV Industry Event