As part of FAME Week Africa (happening in the Host City of Cape Town from 1-7 September 2024), MIP Africa is pioneering the Inclusive Lens Awards in recognition of inclusive film and series content that serves to amplify and celebrate Africa’s diverse and historically underrepresented perspectives. The Awards will take place on 3 September 2024, hosted by drag artist… Continue reading Inclusive Lens Awards to Celebrate Diversity in Film and TV
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2024 Sundance Institute Indigenous Film Tour Kicks Off in June
The nonprofit Sundance Institute announced today the 2024 Sundance Institute Indigenous Film Tour, a 83-minute short film program featuring selections from past editions of the Sundance Film Festival and alumni of Sundance Institute’s Indigenous Program. The Indigenous Film Tour curates vibrant works by Native filmmakers, providing audiences with a glimpse into the present and future… Continue reading 2024 Sundance Institute Indigenous Film Tour Kicks Off in June
Showmax Drops Trailer for “Born Into Fame”
Showmax has just dropped the trailer for Born Into Fame, a reality show about growing up with famous parents. The cast includes siblings AJ and Owamie Mafokate, who are Arthur Mafokate’s children; Phila Madlingozi, who is Ringo Madlingozi’s son; Robbie Malinga Jr, who is the late Robbie Malinga’s son; Shamiso Mosaka, who is Azania Mosaka’s… Continue reading Showmax Drops Trailer for “Born Into Fame”
Compelling Line-Up of Films for Encounters South African International Documentary Festival
The 26th Encounters South African International Documentary Festival, which takes place in Cape Town and Johannesburg from 20 to 30 June, features a compelling line-up of films from around the globe that promise to spark debate, stimulate conversations, and shed new light on controversial subject matter. From the Congo to Kenya, USA and Europe, Lebanon… Continue reading Compelling Line-Up of Films for Encounters South African International Documentary Festival
The African Fashion Forum Bridges Opportunities between Fashion and Entertainment Industries at FAME Week Africa
The African Fashion Forum (AFF), partnered with DSGN Exchange, is a premier event that bridges the dynamic and diverse African fashion industry with the film, TV, and music industries. The two-day forum offers prominent industry figures, emerging talent and thought leaders an opportunity to come together to explore the intersection of fashion and entertainment. Creatives… Continue reading The African Fashion Forum Bridges Opportunities between Fashion and Entertainment Industries at FAME Week Africa
Christall Kay on The Real Housewives Ultimate Girls Trip – South Africa
“It was the most beautiful kiss I have ever had in my life.” The Real Housewives Ultimate Girls Trip – South Africa went straight to the top of the charts on Showmax and X when it launched last Monday. Now in its second week, the Showmax Original takes eight of South Africa’s finest housewives to… Continue reading Christall Kay on The Real Housewives Ultimate Girls Trip – South Africa