Two decades later, it remains relevant, resonating with ongoing global conversations about equity and bodily autonomy.
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“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.
African Stories at the 2024 Sundance Film Festival
The Sundance Film Festival kicks off its 40th edition this week, running January 18 to 28, 2024.
The International and Intra-African Markets for African Films + Future Prospects
Efforts are being made to strengthen the intra-African film market. However, compared to their international reach, African films still face notable challenges in achieving widespread circulation within the continent.
Uganda: Debate Over How to Build a Sustainable Film Industry (Video)
Overall, the discussion paints a picture of a film industry at a crossroads, facing significant challenges but also with great potential for growth and improvement.
Ghana: Boris Kodjoe, Who Has Ghanaian Roots, Visits, Advocates for Film Industry and Tourism
In a 20-minute interview with Ghanaian broadcaster JoyNews, Kodjoe discussed several issues, including the state of Ghana’s film industry and its potential.
IO CAPITANO: Senegalese Star Seydou Sarr’s European Film Awards Speech + U.S. Distribution News
The young, first-time actor stars in the Wolof and French film—shot over 13 weeks in Senegal, Italy, and Morocco—based on true emigration stories from Africa to Europe.
South Africa: Remembering Mbongeni Ngema, Trailblazing Creator of SARAFINA!
Mbongeni Ngema, a visionary and pioneer in South African theatre arts, music, and film, died in a car accident on December 27. He was 68 years old.
African Cinemas in 2023 and Beyond — An Akoroko Report from 30,000 ft
Based on current trends and the information available, it’s reasonable to make certain optimistic statements about the state and future of African cinemas, though with caution.