This event is in the past.It took place on September 17, 2025 at Aaron Davis Hall.
Documentary
DocumentaryHarlem's film festival hits 20 years with a celebration of local voices. Opening Night showcases shorts by Harlem filmmakers, plus Renaissance Awards honoring Stanley Nelson, Vernon Reid, and Kara Young.
Film festival
20th anniversary
Harlem storytelling
Awards ceremony
Tips
đźŽcatch the Screenplay Showdown live reading competition
🚇venue is near mass transit
Harlem International Film Festival
Manhattanville
DocumentaryDocumentaryHarlem's film festival hits 20 years with a celebration of local voices. Opening Night showcases shorts by Harlem filmmakers, plus Renaissance Awards honoring Stanley Nelson, Vernon Reid, and Kara Young.
Film festival
20th anniversary
Harlem storytelling
Awards ceremony
Tips
đźŽcatch the Screenplay Showdown live reading competition
🚇venue is near mass transit
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