Y. Marie Kiven

The Ugandan-Canadian actress joined Joseph Zada, Mckenna Grace, Ben Wang and Iris Apatow for two surprise appearances ahead of the film’s November 20 theatrical release. By Y. Marie Kiven,, Black Film Wire Whitney Peak at New York Comic Con 2026. Photo courtesy of Lionsgate Fans who showed up at New York Comic Con on Friday expecting panels and merch lines got a bonus round. Ugandan-Canadian actress Whitney Peak (Gossip Girl, Hocus Pocus 2) and her castmates from The Hunger Games: Sunrise on...

The second edition runs October 15–18 in Praia, with Angèle Diabang chairing the jury, a program shaped by Cabral’s legacy, masterclasses and an expanded children’s section. By Y Marie Kiven, Black Film Wire Kafuka African Film Festival 2026 The second edition of the festival will take place October 15–18 at TeckPark in the city of Praia. The event will bring filmmakers from different countries to the city, along with films featured at major international festivals, talks, masterclasses,...

Black Film Wire becomes JIFF's first African/diaspora media partner ahead of the festival's January 2027 edition, its first-ever partnership in India. Black Film Wire officially joins JIFF 2026. Black Film Wire Becomes JIFF 2027's Official Media Partner, Bridging African Cinema and One of the World's Fastest-Growing Film Markets. Partnership marks BFW's first collaboration in India, connecting African and diaspora storytelling with Bollywood's booming industry. JAIPUR, INDIA / ATLANTA, GA -...