African Writers Pitch Stories at Prestigious TV Series Market in France

Pictured (L-R): Kelly-Eve Koopman (South Africa), Moreetsi Gabang (Botswana), Tiah Beye (Senegal/ Côte d’Ivoire), Wanjiru Kairu (Kenya)"

A cohort of African writers from the AuthenticA Series Lab will gather in Lille, France at the end of this week (15 March) to prepare to pitch their unique stories at the Series Mania Forum, a major TV series market that attracts influential buyers, investors, funders, broadcaster, and producers from around the globe. “At the… Continue reading African Writers Pitch Stories at Prestigious TV Series Market in France

Unsure What Comic Con Is? Get On The Hype Train

Originating in America as a modest assembly of comic aficionados back in the 1970s, Comic Con has evolved into a worldwide phenomenon, drawing millions of attendees annually. These events serve as an important community connection point for devoted fans and inquisitive enthusiasts alike, offering a vibrant celebration of pop culture and gaming that continues to… Continue reading Unsure What Comic Con Is? Get On The Hype Train

Showmax Premieres First-time Director’s Film At Joburg Film Festival, And Announces Slate

Musangwe has its world premiere at JFF The Showmax Original film Musangwe will have its world premiere at the Joburg Film Festival. Takalani Masevhe wants to become a champion boxer but keeps trying to shortcut the process. While visiting his ailing grandmother in Venda, he discovers musangwe, a bare-knuckle boxing competition. Can he take the… Continue reading Showmax Premieres First-time Director’s Film At Joburg Film Festival, And Announces Slate

‘London Recruits’ To Kick Off The Highly Anticipated Joburg Film Festival This Month

The Joburg Film Festival proudly announces ‘London Recruits’ as the Opening Film for its 2024 edition. Directed by acclaimed filmmaker Gordan Main and produced by Jacinta De Nobrega and Robyn Slovo, London Recruits promises to set the stage for an electrifying cinematic experience at one of Africa’s most prestigious film events. ‘London Recruits’ takes audiences… Continue reading ‘London Recruits’ To Kick Off The Highly Anticipated Joburg Film Festival This Month

DFM 2024 Animation Projects Announcement

The Durban FilmMart Institute is pleased to announce the animation project selection for the 15th annual DFM Pitch and Finance Forum. The Durban FilmMart 2024 will see the return of the animation elements in its programming in July.  To commence with this strand, the DFM will provide masterclasses and one-on-one mentorship to projects in development… Continue reading DFM 2024 Animation Projects Announcement

DFM Access 2024 Participants Announcement

The Durban FilmMart Institute is pleased to announce project selection for the 3rd DFM ACCESS 2024 The Durban FilmMart Institute is pleased to announce project selection for the 3rd DFM ACCESS  With support from the National Film and Video Foundation PESP funding, 12 South African projects were selected to participate in a 12-week online development… Continue reading DFM Access 2024 Participants Announcement