In Damien Hauser’s poignant and visually captivating “After the Long Rains,” we are transported to the coastal town of Watamu, Kenya, where we meet Aisha, a ten-year-old girl with dreams that soar far beyond the confines of her traditional community.
Author: Tambay A. Obenson
Sundance Review: SOUNDTRACK TO A COUP D’ETAT is a “Documentary-as-Mixtape” Intertwining Jazz and African Independence Struggles
At its core, “Soundtrack to a Coup d’Etat” is an exploration of the political earthquake that shook the foundations of colonial power structures in the mid-20th century, spotlighting the Congo, emphasizing how superpower rivalries exacerbated internal conflicts and played a role in the destabilization of the newly independent state.
African Stories at the 2024 International Film Festival Rotterdam (IFFR)
This year’s lineup showcases a diverse array of films that probe the continent’s rich narratives, exploring themes of revolution, identity, and cultural resilience.
Sundance 2024 Review: THE BATTLE FOR LAIKIPIA Dissects Impact of Colonialism and Climate Change on Land Disputes in Kenya
Co-directed by Peter Murimi and Daphne Matziaraki, it’s a narrative that resonates deeply with broader African experiences of post-independence realities.
Berlinale 2024: Trailer Premiere for Abderrahmane Sissako’s Anticipated Competition Title, BLACK TEA
The film, described as a universal love story set against the backdrop of Chinese and African cultures, explores the very topical complexities of contemporary Sino-African relations.
Ethiopia’s Cinematic Journey: From WHO IS HIRUT’S FATHER? to Where?
On January 16, 2024, Addis Ababa University hosted a conference to discuss the past, present, and future of Ethiopian cinema.
Amazon Withdraws, Showmax Advances: Plans to License More Originals Globally, Including US and UK
Showmax addresses plans for US and UK availability of its original shows and movies.
Remembering Ousmane Sembène’s Final Film, MOOLAADÉ, Which Turns 20 This Year
Two decades later, it remains relevant, resonating with ongoing global conversations about equity and bodily autonomy.
“Malia Ann” Obama’s Directorial Debut Heads to Sundance — Meet the Artist
Her use of “Malia Ann” means that she wants to be recognized for her own merits, rather than being primarily associated with her identity as the daughter of former U.S. President Barack Obama and former First Lady Michelle Obama.
Amazon Prime Video’s Announced Restructuring Means Shift Away from Sub-Saharan Africa and MENA
According to Amazon, the decision is part of a strategy to prioritize resources in areas that contribute most to the bottom line. One can therefore assume that its Sub-Saharan Africa and MENA investments, despite being very recent, are not paying off, or Amazon has accessed that, even in the long-term, they likely will not be lucrative.