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One of the country’s most important showcases for independent Black, Brown and Indigenous cinema returns to Philadelphia this week with its largest asset still intact: a clear sense of cultural purpose. The 15th BlackStar Film Festival runs August 6 through August 9 at venues throughout Philadelphia and through online programming available to audiences beyond the city. This year’s program includes 91 films from more than 30 countries, along with filmmaker conversations, live

The Venice Film Festival has announced its 2026 lineup, officially beginning the next stage of the international film and awards calendar. The festival will bring together studio releases, international productions, independent films and filmmaker-driven projects competing for global attention before the fall theatrical season. Venice has become increasingly important as a launch platform. A successful premiere can generate reviews, distribution interest, awards momentum and