The ABFF 9:16 Microdrama Project Showcase is the American Black Film Festival's official platform for identifying, showcasing, and amplifying outstanding vertical microdrama series made by creators of color.

Through curated selection and digital-first exhibition, the Project connects creators with global audiences and industry visibility, positioning them within the rapidly expanding vertical storytelling economy. The Microdrama Official Selections will screen for the duration of the festival exclusively on the Codeblack app.

Built Different. On Purpose.

New stories. Real culture. Bold voices with something to say.

Codeblack is where cinema meets culture — sci-fi, drama, comedy, and history told with perspective you won't find anywhere else. One to two minutes at a time, built to pull you into the next one. Stories that inspire. Culture that connects. The blueprint was always ours.