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
Category: Festival
Creatives Collaborate in Third Space for National Arts Festival (IFAS and NAF)
The National Arts Festival (NAF) and the French Institute of South Africa (IFAS) with The Embassy of France to South Africa, Lesotho, and Malawi, present Third Space, a series of collaborative creative dance artworks at this year’s festival that celebrates its 50th edition from 20 to 30 June 2024. The project involves creative residencies accompanied by a… Continue reading Creatives Collaborate in Third Space for National Arts Festival (IFAS and NAF)
Unveiling the Business Dynamics of Film: Durban FilmMart’s Crucial Role
Explore the business of film with The Durban FilmMart Institute at the Durban FilmMart business of film is not just a cultural pursuit for artists and auteurs – it is big business. In 2021, the National Film and Video Foundation projected that the film industry would contribute R7,18 billion to the local economy. It is… Continue reading Unveiling the Business Dynamics of Film: Durban FilmMart’s Crucial Role
Hard-hitting SA Documentary “Mother City” to Open Encounters 2024
Encounters South African International Documentary Festival renowned for its commitment to showcasing diverse voices, insightful perspectives, and compelling narratives has announced the South African film Mother City directed by Miki Redelinghuys and Pearlie Joubert as the opening film in a line-up of local, African, and international films that are making waves or garnered critical acclaim at festivals… Continue reading Hard-hitting SA Documentary “Mother City” to Open Encounters 2024
Durban FilmMart Celebrates 30 Years of Democracy in South Africa: Harnessing the Power of Cinema for Transformation
The Durban FilmMart Institute (DFMI) presents the 15th edition of its flagship event, Durban FilmMart (DFM), under the theme “African Visions Unleashed: From Disruption to Accountability,” which will take place in Durban from 19 – 22 July 2024. As South Africa celebrates 30 years of democracy this year, the Durban FilmMart 2024 edition embraces three… Continue reading Durban FilmMart Celebrates 30 Years of Democracy in South Africa: Harnessing the Power of Cinema for Transformation
NAB To Open 2024 Marconi Radio Awards Nomination Window
The nomination window will be open through May 31 The National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) announced today that the 2024 Marconi Radio Award nomination window is open through May 31. Established in 1989 and named for inventor and Nobel Prize winner Guglielmo Marconi, the Marconi Radio Awards recognize overall excellence and performance in radio. The winners of… Continue reading NAB To Open 2024 Marconi Radio Awards Nomination Window