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FILMMAKER, WRITER, AND BUSINESSWOMAN Ericka Nicole Malone is an award-winning filmmaker, writer, and businesswoman, who is building her own brand of entertainment in Hollywood, by amplifying female voices and creating films that showcase the Black experience while integrating characters that speak to all. Early in her career she understood the obstacles faced by female filmmakers; particularly those of color, so she chose to bet on herself and create Ericka Nicole Malone Entertainment (ENME) with her Read more…

By Amy Malone, 2 weeks2 weeks ago

Culture

‘Outlaw Posse’ Rides Onto the Red Carpet: Mario Van Peebles’ Latest Film Premieres at Pan African Film & Arts Festival

By Amy Malone, 2 months2 months ago

Culture

Bill Duke to Receive Ja’Net DuBois Lifetime Achievement Award from PAFF

The Pan African Film & Arts Festival (PAFF) is thrilled to announce that actor/director Bill Duke will accept The Ja’Net DuBois Lifetime Achievement Award during its Centerpiece on Thu., Feb. 15 at 7 p.m. at the Directors Guild of America in Los Angeles.

By Amy Malone, 2 months2 months ago

Culture

Pan African Film & Arts Festival Illuminates Black Cinema with Spotlight Screenings

The Pan African Film & Arts Festival (PAFF) is proud to announce its highly anticipated Spotlight Screenings lineup for 2024. As a premiere celebration of African and African diaspora cinema, PAFF, taking place in Los Angeles February 6-19, in Los Angeles, continues to shine a light on extraordinary talents and remarkable storytelling.

By Amy Malone, 2 months2 months ago

Advocacy

Women of Color Unite Postpones Mentorship Program in Solidarity with WGA Strike

A week into the Writers Guild of America (WGA) writer’s strike affecting various sectors throughout the entertainment industry, non-profit organization Women of Color Unite (WOCU) has decided to postpone their mentorship program.

By Amy Malone, 2 months2 months ago

Advocacy

Major Organizations Release Annual Transparency Statements for Screenwriting Bias Initiative

As seen in the 95th Academy Awards 2023 Oscars, the screenwriting categories continue to lack inclusivity. Daniel Kwan and Kazuo Ishiguro represented the only two writers of color nominated while Sarah Polley represented the only woman.
By: Women of Color Unite

By Amy Malone, 2 months2 months ago

Culture

Ericka Nicole Malone Entertainment Returns To The Sundance Film Festival With Indie Directors And Creators Spotlight Event; Ruth E. Carter, Robi Reed, Ken Whittingham Among Others To Attend

By Amy Malone, 2 months2 months ago

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Pan African Film + Arts Festival and IKEA Presents the 3rd Installment of “All Artists Have a Seat at The Table”

PAFF in Partnership with IKEA Presents the Red-Carpet Opening Night Launch of the 3rd Installment of the “All Artists Have a Seat at The Table” Campaign LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA, USA, February 1, 2024 – Los Angeles, CA – The non-profit organization, Pan African Film + Arts Festival (PAFF) is thrilled to announce its continued partnership with the global brand IKEA. The two will come together to amplify the creative brilliance of Black artists from around Read more…

By Amy Malone, 2 months2 months ago

Entertainment

ABOUT ERICKA NICOLE MALONE

Culture

‘Outlaw Posse’ Rides Onto the Red Carpet: Mario Van Peebles’ Latest Film Premieres at Pan African Film & Arts Festival

Culture

Bill Duke to Receive Ja’Net DuBois Lifetime Achievement Award from PAFF

Culture

Pan African Film & Arts Festival Illuminates Black Cinema with Spotlight Screenings

Advocacy

Women of Color Unite Postpones Mentorship Program in Solidarity with WGA Strike

Advocacy

Major Organizations Release Annual Transparency Statements for Screenwriting Bias Initiative

Culture

Ericka Nicole Malone Entertainment Returns To The Sundance Film Festival With Indie Directors And Creators Spotlight Event; Ruth E. Carter, Robi Reed, Ken Whittingham Among Others To Attend

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Pan African Film + Arts Festival and IKEA Presents the 3rd Installment of “All Artists Have a Seat at The Table”

Culture

World Premiere of Music Comedy ‘A Hip Hop Story’ to Open America’s Largest Black Film Festival

Culture

2024 Pan African Film & Arts Festival To Take Place in Los Angeles Feb. 6-19