BLACK RIVER FILM Festival

12/06/2026

08/06/2026

Last year, after the second staging of the , I had the absolute pleasure of landing my third acting role—and my very first in Jamaica! My previous two roles were in Nollywood (Nigerian films), making this a special milestone in my acting journey.

Yes, I have acted in Nigerian films, one was even shown at the festival.

Now, you have the chance to see my Jamaican acting debut in *Stew Peas* on June 27 at Carib 5!
This has been written and directed by our own Sosiessia Nixon .
Guys, it's a Black tie affair and red carpet, with lots of paparazzi!

🎬 Tickets are on sale now at Fontana, and I have **ONE FREE TICKET** to give away!
To get extra tickets go to https://lnkd.in/gZcwMtkU

To enter:
✅ Follow on Instagram
✅ Like and comment on THREE of our posts
✅ Share the *Stew Peas* post to your story and tag us.

Hurry! Tickets are selling quickly, and the theatre is almost full.

See you at the movies! 🍿🎥🇯🇲

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08/06/2026

Can I tell you something?

I am a woman with many strings to my bow.

I am a published author.
A mother.
A founder.
A speaker.
A Chairman.
An actress.
A CEO.
A teacher.
A filmmaker.
A producer.
An executive producer.

Yet, I was also the little girl who was overlooked in school. The girl some people called "dunce." The girl who struggled and often felt unseen.

Life has a funny way of proving people wrong.

The labels others place on us are not prophecies. They are opinions. Your future is not determined by what someone calls you in a classroom, a workplace, or even in your own family.

Today, I stand as living proof that you do not have to accept the limitations others place on you. You can write a different story. You can grow beyond every box, every stereotype, and every expectation.

So, if you are feeling overlooked, underestimated, or discouraged, keep going. Keep learning. Keep believing. Keep showing up.

The little girl they called dunce grew up to become all of these things—and I am still becoming.

Never allow someone else's opinion to become your reality.

06/06/2026

02/06/2026

Flash back to our very first festival, the hurricane paused us this year. We will see you in 2027.
Start making those films as we will be bigger and better then.
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02/06/2026

Gabourey Sidibe is set to star in and executive produce 'Rose Moon', a Southern Gothic psychological drama directed by Daniel Peddle.

https://blexmedia.com/gabourey-sidibe-to-star-in-and-executive-produce-southern-gothic-drama-rose-moon/

30/05/2026

Congratulations to Sosiessia Nixon Nixon and the entire team behind *Stew Peas* on the well-deserved international press and recognition!

The film premieres in Jamaica on June 27 at Carib Cinema, and I am beyond excited and honoured to be a part of this incredible production.

Tickets are available at Fontana Pharmacy, so be sure to grab yours soon—they are selling fast!

A special thanks to the exceptionally talented Natricia Ava Duncan, for her beautiful journalistic storytelling and powerful words that continue to shine a spotlight on Caribbean creativity and excellence.

See you at the premiere!

Stew Peas focuses on obeah, an enduring African magic practice in Jamaica banned by colonisers in the 1700s

30/05/2026

Tnis is today.
We look forward to seeing you all there. 🇬🇧 8PM UK Time
🇺🇸 3PM EST

💻 Google Meet: https://lnkd.in/eUJ25g2Q.




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27/05/2026

We are giving away two tickets to help calm down some of the tension on my page—because a little laughter, culture, and good vibes never hurt anybody.

Jokes aside, this is an amazing event and we are truly proud to partner with Sherando Ferril to gift two lucky winners an unforgettable evening that promises entertainment, connection, and memories that will last long after the night is over.

To enter, simply follow and on Instagram and stay tuned for details on how the winners will be selected.

Good luck to everyone—this one is going to be special.

10/05/2026

Last month’s event was absolutely on fire 🔥 as unpacked the world of funding and creative opportunities with .
The conversations, connections, and insights shared left so many inspired and ready to think bigger.

This month, we are continuing and wrapping up that powerful funding cluster as we welcome the incredible

Sara Amanda is a London-based writer and dramaturg with over 10 years of professional experience working across theatre, TV, film, and the wider arts sector. Alongside her creative practice, she brings extensive experience in arts funding, artist development, and project support, working with both independent creatives and organisations.

Her work spans writing, dramaturgy, participation, and creative development across a wide range of performance and cultural spaces — making this a session you do not want to miss.

If you are serious about understanding funding, strengthening your applications, and navigating the arts sector more strategically, this conversation is for you.

Stay tuned for the official date release.
Tag a friend and tell a friend. 🎬✨

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