The Pan African Film & Arts Festival (PAFF)
The Pan African Film & Arts Festival (PAFF) is set to cap off its 33rd annual celebration of Black storytelling with its Filmmaker Awards Brunch, presented by Apple TV+, honoring Tramell Tillman ‘Severance’ with the coveted ‘Star on the Rise’ Award. The award will be presented on President’s Day, Monday, February 17, at 11am PT at The Palm Sophia in Culver City.
The PAFF Filmmaker Awards Brunch serves as the grand finale to the festival, celebrating the best in global Black cinema. The event will unveil the winners of PAFF’s jury and audience-selected films, alongside the festival’s Executive Awards, recognizing industry pioneers and emerging voices who are shaping the future of film.
Tramell Tillman is set to be honored at The Pan African Film Festival’s (PAFF) upcoming Filmmaker Awards Brunch. Tillman will be awarded the Star on the Rise Award.
About Tramell Tillman
Tramell Tillman has gained widespread recognition for his compelling performance in Apple TV+’s hit series “Severance,” now airing its second season with new episodes premiering every Friday. Tillman has captivated audiences with his layered and haunting portrayal of Milchick. As a rising star in Hollywood, Tillman’s talent and dedication to his craft make him a natural choice for this year’s “Star on the Rise” honor.
“We are thrilled to celebrate Tramell Tillman, whose performance in Apple’s Severance has made him one of the most exciting talents to watch,” said Oduduwa Olatunji, PAFF Executive Director. “As PAFF continues its mission to uplift and amplify Black creatives, we are proud to recognize artists like Tramell, who are redefining the industry.”
The PAFF Filmmaker Awards Brunch is an invite-only event attended by industry insiders, filmmakers, and festival participants. The brunch is the festival’s culminating moment, spotlighting cinematic excellence and the next wave of Black talent.
About Pan African Film & Arts Festival
The Pan African Film & Arts Festival (PAFF) is one of the longest-running and most respected cultural events dedicated to showcasing the artistic achievements of the Black and African diaspora. Since its inception, PAFF has provided a dynamic platform for filmmakers, artists, and performers to share their stories, celebrate their heritage, and inspire audiences through powerful and thought-provoking works. More at paff.org.
About Apple TV+
Apple TV+ offers premium, compelling drama and comedy series, feature films, groundbreaking documentaries, and kids and family entertainment, and is available to watch across all your favorite screens. After its launch on November 1, 2019, Apple TV+ became the first all-original streaming service to launch around the world and has premiered more original hits and received more award recognition faster than any other streaming service in its debut. To date, Apple Original films, documentaries and series have earned 537 wins and 2,530 award nominations and counting, including multi-Emmy Award-winning comedy “Ted Lasso” and historic Oscar Best Picture winner “CODA.”
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