Gary International Black Film Festival

The Gary International Black Film Festival (GIBFF) is a dynamic weekend cinema feast located just 30 minutes from downtown Chicago in Gary, IN. The GIBFF brings filmmakers and engaged audiences together for a powerful weekend of indie Black Cinema. The GIBFF uses film as a catalyst for stimulating cultural activity to enhance the ‘cultural capital’ of our hometown of Gary, IN by celebrating Black culture through independent film and discussion. It is our goal to bring films of the highest quality that reflect the depth and transcendence of black people. PLEASE NOTE: Eligible films must be by or about Black people (African Americans or of African descent). While our goal is to celebrate and lift the work of Black filmmakers, we will consider film that features Black people as a predominant focus of the work.