Film is a tool pf postive change in Africa
Last year Unesco finally recognised Nigerian cinema, which produces more than 2,000 films a year, as the world's second largest film industry. "Nollywood", worth about $250m, is not as productive as Bollywood, but is making more movies than Hollywood. Bombay Dreams and Slumdog were both considered "crossover" Indian films: isn't it about time African cinema had its own crossover moment? Hannah Pool
Started 3rd November to 13th Nov....its 10 days of more than fifty of the best African fiction and documentary films from across the continent.With lively Q&As and panel discussions featuring leading African filmmakers, and a dynamic programme of cultural events.Highlights include:A special focus on African women filmmakers,Twenty filmmakers and actors in attendance,The Distribution Forum and The Silver Baobab Award for Best Short African Film,Film Africa LIVE! with performances from some of London’s most exciting musicians and DJs
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