Titled “Art Direction and Costume in Mambéty’s Works,” it will explore the visual universe in Mambéty’s films, as an underexplored and compelling entry point into the work of the visionary director.
Author: Tambay A. Obenson
Showmax Continues Strategic Push: Partnership with QVWi to Transform TVs into Smart Hubs
African streaming service Showmax announced a partnership with QVWi, a South African electronics manufacturer, to launch a range of affordable streaming devices.
Documentaries Capture the Complexities of African Student Life
There’s an observable growing body of new feature films exploring the diverse experiences of African university students both within the continent and abroad.
IYANU: Nigerian Superhero Animated Series Set for U.S. and Pan-African Launch in 2025
Set in the magical kingdom of Yorubaland, the story follows an orphan who must uncover the mystery behind her newfound power to save her people from an ancient curse.
East African Screen Collective Releases Incisive Equitable Practice Guidelines for Non-African Entities
This statement comes as discussions about representation, cultural authenticity, and control over storytelling are becoming increasingly prominent in global media, but with the added context of Africa’s colonial history, and its efforts to assert its cultural and economic independence.
Insights from Durban FilmMart: Unpacking Netflix’s African Content Playbook
Less than a week ago, Akoroko Premium subscribers received my analysis of “What Netflix is Doing in Africa” prompted by the streamer’s Q2 2024 earnings report. In the piece, I sought to make sense of Netflix’s seemingly cautious approach to the continent.
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Potential African Stories at Cannes Film Festival (and Elsewhere) 2024
This list presents a selection of 30 upcoming films telling African stories from around the world, culled, based on select criteria, from Akoroko’s database of over 200 projects tracked that are at some stage of development, production, or post-production.
Exploring African Realities: A Masterclass with Mahamat-Saleh Haroun (Watch)
Unifrance recently hosted an enlightening masterclass with acclaimed Chadian filmmaker Mahamat-Saleh Haroun, moderated by film historian and Columbia University professor Richard Peña.
WATER AND GARRI Trailer: Tiwa Savage Makes Feature Film Acting Debut in Prime Video Drama
Directed by Meji Alabi, the story follows an ambitious fashion designer named Aisha who returns to her homeland after a decade in the U.S., only to find her community embroiled in escalated violence and tension. As she reconnects with her roots, including family, old friends, and past love, Aisha confronts her inner scars and the guilt she harbored when she left.