The Micheaux Film Festival will run from October 23–26 at The Culver Theatre.
A multicultural film festival based in Los Angeles, California, the Micheaux Film Festival is showcases and celebrates diverse representation in the entertainment landscape. The festival was founded by Noel Braham and Courtney L. Branch in 2018.
The festival is inspired by the legacy of Oscar Micheaux (1884–1951), a pioneering African American author and filmmaker. He was the first African American to produce a feature film for commercial distribution.
This year’s festival features the World Premiere of Tari Wariebi’s series Remember. Also, the Los Angeles Premiere of the feature documentary It’s Dorothy. The festival will close with the West Coast Premiere of Rick Gomez’s She Dances.
Particiapants in the festival are Ashanti, Danielle Hope Nichelle Lewis, Fairuza Balk , Shanice ShantayLena Waithe, John Waters, Margaret Cho, Amber Ruffin, Roxane Gay, and Gregory Maguire.
In a statement, Braham, , spoke about the importance of Culver CIty.
At Micheaux, our focus is on storytelling that challenges perspectives, brings healing, and invites us to see the world anew. Culver City’s rich legacy, deeply tied to The Wizard of Oz and Judy Garland, makes it a pr[ofound setting for the Los Angeles premiere of It’s Dorothy. The fil m that reminds us how cultural icons continue to shape and inspire us across generations,” Braham said. “Remember and She Dances echo that same truth. Whether through the bonds of friendship or the resilience of family, the trials we endure often become sacred ground for transformation, clarity, and deeper connection to ourselves and each other.”
Also, Lil Rel Howery, Aida Rodriguez and Kinigra Deon are Ambassadors of the festival.