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Flourishing Films @flourishingfilms.bsky.social · May 22

Happy Birthday to the legendary Naomi Campbell!

🎉💃🏾 A true icon of fashion and film, your fierce walk and fearless spirit have paved the way for generations.

👑✨ Thank you for your beauty, grace, and boldness! 💫❤️

#NaomiCampbell #HappyBirthday #FashionIcon #Legend #Supermodel #BlackExcellence

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Flourishing Films @flourishingfilms.bsky.social · May 21

#WisdomWednesday “To be yourself is truly a revolutionary act, and I think more and more people should try it, because it's gotten me a pretty cool life.” -Lena Waithe

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Flourishing Films @flourishingfilms.bsky.social · May 20

#TuesdayTips Build your community. Connect with your audience early on. Share behind-the-scenes content and let your supporters feel part of your journey from script to screen. 📸🎬 #MarketingTips #FilmmakersOfColor #IndieFilm #AudienceEngagement

Flourishing Films @flourishingfilms.bsky.social · May 19

📚✍🏾 Calling all storytellers, dreamers & creatives! Don’t miss your chance to be part of Black Writers Weekend—an unforgettable celebration of Black excellence in literature, film, and TV!

LINK >> filmfreeway.com/blackwriters...

Flourishing Films @flourishingfilms.bsky.social · May 16

🎥✊🏾 Get ready for chaos, courage, and comedy! ZIM HIGH is HERE!

💥 Follow 17-year-old Tatenda Mbudzi as he battles bullies, dreams of Japan 🇯🇵, and runs for prefect at the wildest school in Africa! This journey is anything but ordinary! 🎬✨

NOW STREAMING: bit.ly/45ahMc3

Flourishing Films @flourishingfilms.bsky.social · May 15

Happy Birthday to the powerhouse actor Russell Hornsby!

🎉🎭 From Lincoln Heights to Fences to BMF, your performances always leave a mark. Thank you for bringing depth, dignity, and fire to every role. 🔥🙌🏾 Here's to many more! 🥳🎂

#RussellHornsby #HappyBirthday #BlackExcellence #ActorLife #BMF

Flourishing Films @flourishingfilms.bsky.social · May 14

#WisdomWednesday "You can take a group that seems so specific, and make them universally human." -Alice Wu

Flourishing Films @flourishingfilms.bsky.social · May 13

#TuesdayTips Embrace your narrative structure. Whether it’s nonlinear or traditional, choose a structure that best serves your story. Experiment, but stay true to the essence of your message. 🎞️✍🏽 #Screenwriting #FilmmakersOfColor #Storytelling #IndieFilm

Flourishing Films @flourishingfilms.bsky.social · May 12

🎬✊🏾 Lights, camera, Black excellence! Submit your film or screenplay to the Black History Film Festival — a vibrant celebration of Black stories, culture, and creativity, spotlighting diverse voices and inclusive stories.

LINK >> filmfreeway.com/BlackHistory...

Flourishing Films @flourishingfilms.bsky.social · May 5

🎬✨ Calling all LGBTQ+ filmmakers! Don’t miss your chance to be part of Reeling: The Chicago LGBTQ+ International Film Festival—the second longest-running festival of its kind! Submit your work by the late deadline, May 29, 2025.

LINK: filmfreeway.com/ReelingFilmF...

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Flourishing Films @flourishingfilms.bsky.social · Mar 5

🎬✨ Don’t miss the premiere of Frank Bey: All My Dues Are Paid this Sunday, March 9 at the iconic TLC Chinese Theater!🎤🔥

📍 TLC Chinese Theater, 6801 Hollywood Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90028
⏰ March 9, 12:00 PM, Noon
🎙️ For more info: buff.ly/5CPjZCg

#FrankBey #AllMyDuesArePaid #FilmPremiere

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Flourishing Films @flourishingfilms.bsky.social · Mar 4

#TuesdayTips ✍🏾 Screenwriting: Your Story, Your Power Write stories only YOU can tell! Authenticity shines. Dialogue should feel real, characters must drive the plot, and every scene should have purpose. Rewrite, refine, repeat! 📝🎬

#Screenwriting #WriteYourTruth #IndieFilm #Storyteller

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Flourishing Films @flourishingfilms.bsky.social · Feb 28

👀 Don't miss Season 1, Episode 7, of #Washed, now streaming on the Flourishing Films YouTube Channel! 🎬✨ Mark struggles to pick up the pieces w/ his relationship in trouble & work on the line. Meanwhile, Mya searches for closure, & Amber's bond with Eric deepens.

#Washed | S1.E7 ∙ Pissy | Scrambling to Save It All

#Washed (2018) | Episode: PissyMark struggles to pick up the pieces with his relationship in trouble and work on the line. Meanwhile, Mya searches for closur...

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Flourishing Films @flourishingfilms.bsky.social · Feb 28

🎈 Happy Birthday, Rozonda “Chilli” Thomas! 🎶💃 A fiery Pisces and R&B legend! From TLC hits to acting roles, Chilli stays iconic! What’s your favorite Chilli moment—music, TV, or film? Let’s celebrate her greatness! 🎤📺❤️

#HappyBirthdayChilli #PiscesSeason #TLCForever #ChilliFanLove

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Flourishing Films @flourishingfilms.bsky.social · Feb 25

#TuesdayTips 🎥 Production: Plan, Adapt, Execute! Filmmaking is controlled chaos! 🎬 A solid shot list, great communication, and adaptability keep the production smooth. Prep for the worst, expect surprises, and let creativity lead! The magic happens between the plan and the unexpected. ✨🎥

Flourishing Films @flourishingfilms.bsky.social · Feb 24

🎬🔥 The 6th Annual Detroit Black Film Festival (#DBFF) is back, celebrating Black filmmakers & powerful storytelling! 🌟 Join us for Cinema, Culture & Cocktails 🍹🎥—featuring incredible films + the Taste of Black Spirits experience! Submit your film or grab your tickets now! 🎟️

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Flourishing Films @flourishingfilms.bsky.social · Feb 20

🎂 Happy Birthday, Rihanna! 🎶🔥 The ultimate Pisces queen, business mogul, and global superstar! From music to movies to Fenty domination—what’s your favorite Rihanna project? 👑💄🎬 Drop it below! ⬇️

#HappyBirthdayRihanna #PiscesVibes #FentyEmpire #RihannaNavy

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Flourishing Films @flourishingfilms.bsky.social · Feb 19

#WisdomWednesday "It's important that we tell our own stories in our own way." – Ana Lily Amirpour Anderson

Flourishing Films @flourishingfilms.bsky.social · Feb 18

#TuesdayTips 🚀 Marketing: Hype Your Film Like a Pro Your film won’t sell itself! Engage audiences early—drop behind-the-scenes content, teasers, and Q&As. Build an email list and maximize social media! A great film unseen is a missed opportunity.

📢🎬 #FilmMarketing #IndieFilm #SupportIndieArtists

Flourishing Films @flourishingfilms.bsky.social · Feb 17

🎬🌈 The Bush Films is NYC’s only monthly queer film festival centering queer women, trans & non-binary voices! Submit your short film & join a thriving community dedicated to representation & inclusivity. No big prizes—just art, impact & connection! 🎥✨

Link>>

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Flourishing Films @flourishingfilms.bsky.social · Feb 15

🚨 New Episode Alert! 🚨

Mark’s game is off, Eric’s making moves, and the drama is heating up! 🔥 Don’t miss Season 1, Episode 5 of #Washed, now streaming on the Flourishing Films YouTube Channel! 🎬💥 Watch now and catch the twists!

#CinemaSaturday #FlourishingFIlms #Washed 🎭🍿

Watch Now!

#Washed | S1.E5 ∙ Matrix Malfunction | Charm, Chaos, and Coffee Dates

#Washed (2018) | Episode: Matrix MalfunctionA failed attempt to woo Aubrey leaves Mark searching for a new approach, while Eric makes his move on Amber, spar...

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Flourishing Films @flourishingfilms.bsky.social · Feb 14

Happy Valentine’s Day! ❤️ Celebrate love in all its forms with Hello! (Again)—a journey of second chances, self-discovery, and heartfelt connections. Now streaming on the Flourishing Films YouTube Channel! 🎬💘 Watch now and feel the love. #HelloAgain #ValentinesDay #FlourishingFilms

Hello! (Again) | All Episodes | Love, Life & Second Chances | Alex Mallari Jr

In this charming romantic comedy, sparks fly when a line cook crashes into a medical resident, sparking an intense yet short-lived romance. But when things g...

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Flourishing Films @flourishingfilms.bsky.social · Feb 13

🎉 Happy Birthday, Fonzworth Bentley! 🎩✨ The ever-stylish Aquarius, author, and entertainer brought class to hip-hop and beyond! Drop your favorite Bentley moment—whether from music, TV, or film! ⬇️ 🎶📺🎬

#HappyBirthday #FonzworthBentley #AquariusSeason #StyleIcon #DapperVibes

Flourishing Films @flourishingfilms.bsky.social · Feb 12

#WisdomWednesday "Cinema is magic in the service of dreams." -Djibril Diop Mambéty

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Flourishing Films @flourishingfilms.bsky.social · Feb 11

#TuesdayTips 🎬 Editing: Cut to the Story’s Core Editing isn’t just trimming—it's storytelling! Keep your pacing tight, transitions seamless, and cuts intentional. Every frame should serve the narrative. Less is more—trust the audience to connect the dots! 🎞️✨

#FilmEditing #IndieFilmmaker 🎥✂️