Festival Recap
Urbanworld welcomes RZA as our 2023 Festival Ambassador
“There aren’t a lot of film festivals that intentionally shine light on the works of Black men and women in our industry. Our growing number of directors and producers need more outlets. Urbanworld gets it, and the opportunity to serve as ambassador to this years festival is an honor and a privilege.”
-RZA, Member of the Wu-Tang Clan and Director of A Wu-Tang Experience: Live at Red Rocks Amphitheatre
2023 Urbanworld Recap Video
Wednesday, November 1, 2023
27TH ANNUAL URBANWORLD FILM FESTIVAL OPENS WITH ‘AMERICAN FICTION’ SCREENING FEATURING DIRECTOR CORD JEFFERSON AND Q&A MODERATED BY FILMMAKER MALCOLM D. LEE
Thursday, November 2, 2023
Red Carpet
Friday, November 3, 2023
In Theater
Red Carpet
Innovation Day
Saturday, November 4, 2023
In Theater
Red Carpet
Sunday, November 5, 2023
Awards Brunch
(NEW YORK, NY) – November 2, 2023 – Urbanworld kicked off its 27th festival at the SVA Theatre last night with a sold out Opening Night screening of the buzzy film American Fiction. Prior to the screening, director Cord Jefferson was presented with the Visionary Award by Urbanworld Festival Director Karen McMullen. Following a rousing standing ovation by the audience, celebrated filmmaker Malcolm D. Lee (The Best Man) moderated the Q&A. The evening ended with an afterparty at The Skylark NYC.
2023 Urbanworld Winners
2023 Urbanworld Jury
Our film festival proudly presents a jury of industry luminaries chosen for their unparalleled expertise in distribution, sales, mentorship, acquisition, and more. With discerning eyes and a shared passion for outstanding cinematic achievement, they play a pivotal role in shaping our festival’s vision. Each member brings a wealth of knowledge and a commitment to excellence, ensuring a comprehensive evaluation of every submission. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to these esteemed professionals, whose dedication guides us in celebrating the most exceptional filmmaking talents during the 27th Annual Urbanworld Film Festival.