# @americanblackfilmfestival on Instagram

- **Type:** Video
- **Original URL:** https://www.instagram.com/p/DQ11YVwkaWh
- **Gondola URL:** https://gondola.cc/posts/69043439-americanblackfilmfestival-instagram
- **Thumbnail:** https://img.gondola.cc/tr:w-,h-,fo-auto/postThumbnails/b09201840d.jpg
- **Posted:** 2025-11-09T15:52:43.000+00:00
- **Account Owner:** ABFF (Property of NICE CROWD) (@americanblackfilmfestival) — https://gondola.cc/americanblackfilmfestival

## Caption

A powerful moment from our HBO Short Film Award finalists. When asked by an audience member “why ABFF doesn’t provide direct funding?”, they reminded us that ABFF is a platform — a launchpad — that connects filmmakers, amplifies stories, and rewards talent through competition categories. 

Their reflections on the benefits of being ABFF finalists were heartfelt and eloquent. We appreciate their transparency and appreciation for what they’ve gained since becoming finalists.

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- **Likes:** 3
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- **Comments:** 14

## Credits

| Name | Username | Profile | Role |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Ben Abiola | @sirabiola | https://gondola.cc/sirabiola | Social Media Manager |

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