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African Film Festival Atlanta 2021
19th - 21st November, 2021
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AFFATL is a signature event of the African Film & Arts Foundation; an annual fete, celebrating films by and/or about Africans and people of African descent.

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🎬 Film Highlight: Blood Vessel (2023) Have you

🎬 Film Highlight: Blood Vessel (2023)

Have you watched Blood Vessel yet? This gripping Nigerian mystery and crime thriller, directed by Moses Inwang and produced by Charles Okpaleke under Play Network Studios, has been making waves as one of Nollywood's standout movies of the year.

Plot Overview:
Set in the Niger Delta region of Nigeria, Blood Vessel follows six individuals—Abbey, Boma, Degbe, Olotu, Tekena, and Oyinbraekemi—whose lives intertwine as they attempt to escape military upheaval and environmental devastation caused by oil pollution in their hometown of Nembe. Their journey aboard a mysterious vessel bound for Brazil becomes a harrowing fight for survival. Themes of love, betrayal, and resilience weave through the narrative, offering a profound exploration of the human experience.

Why Watch It?

-It sheds light on pressing social issues, such as environmental degradation, illegal immigration, and communal survival.
-The film showcases stellar performances from a mix of emerging and veteran actors.
-The cinematography vividly captures the chaos of the oil-polluted Niger Delta and the eerie atmosphere of the ship.

This movie is a testament to Nollywood's growing ability to tackle global themes while staying deeply rooted in African culture. If you're into suspenseful, thought-provoking storytelling, this is one film you shouldn't miss!

Catch Blood Vessel streaming now on Netflix.

"#africanfilmarts #cinemafortheculture
#africanfilmfestatl #affatl #BloodVesselMovie #NollywoodThriller #PlayNetworkStudios #AfricanCinema #MosesInwang"

"Today, We are celebrating the Human Rights Day🎥
Here are five powerful films from Africa and the African diaspora addressing human rights themes that we would like to recommand you to watch:

1.""Sira"" (2023)-Winner of the Panorama Audience Award at the Berlin International Film Festival.

Sira follows the gripping journey of a young Fulani woman named Sira, whose life takes a brutal turn when Islamic militants ambush her caravan in the Sahel desert. Left for dead, she defies all odds, relying on her resilience and courage to survive in the harsh terrain. The story vividly portrays the themes of survival, love, and cultural strength against the backdrop of extremist violence

2.""I Am a Slave"" (2010)

Inspired by true events, this British film portrays the harrowing experiences of Malia, a Sudanese girl captured and forced into domestic servitude in London. The story sheds light on modern-day slavery, exploring themes of dehumanization, resilience, and the ongoing fight against human trafficking. It delivers a poignant message about freedom and the hidden realities of exploitation within urban settings.

3.""The Man Who Mends Women"" (2015)

This film tells the story of Dr. Denis Mukwege, a Nobel Peace Prize laureate, who has devoted his life to treating women victims of sexual violence in the Congo. The documentary provides a harrowing look at the intersection of war, human rights abuses, and gender.

4.""Liyana"" (2017)

Blending live-action and animation, this film follows five orphaned children in Swaziland as they create a fictional heroine named Liyana. The film uses their storytelling to tackle themes of resilience, trauma, and the power of imagination amidst adversity.

5.""Timbuktu"" (2014)- 2014 Cannes Film Festival Winner Prize of the Ecumenical Jury

Set during the occupation of Timbuktu by Islamic militants, this critically acclaimed film portrays the lives of townspeople resisting harsh oppression while grappling with their traditions and humanity. It was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film.

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#africanfilmfestatl #affatl #HumanRightsDay #AfricanCinema #SocialJustice #SiraFilm #IAmASlave

🎬 Film Highlight: Ebrohimie Road: A Museum of M

🎬 Film Highlight: Ebrohimie Road: A Museum of Memory

Step into the story of Wole Soyinka before he became Africa's first Nobel Laureate in Literature. Set in a small campus bungalow at the University of Ibadan, Ebrohimie Road: A Museum of Memory delves into the life of Soyinka, his family, and the nation, exploring how we preserve both memories and their physical markers.
Directed by Kola Tubosun @kolatubosun @ebrohimie_road_movie

📅 Catch this profound narrative in person in Atlanta, Georgia, March 13–17, 2025, in partnership with Nollywood Travel Film Festival (NTFF). Don’t miss this cinematic tribute to legacy and remembrance!

#EbrohimieRoad #WoleSoyinka #AfricanCinema #NTFF2025 #africanfilmarts #cinemafortheculture
#africanfilmfestatl #affatl #africanfilmfestatl2024 #affatl2024 #africatotheworld #filmfestival #nigeriancinema #nollywood #cinemafortheculture

This Giving Tuesday, our parent organization, the

This Giving Tuesday, our parent organization, the African Film & Arts Foundation, is deeply grateful for the unwavering support of our community, which empowers us to amplify African voices through cinema and the arts. 🌍🎥

Your generosity fuels our mission to celebrate African storytelling, nurture creative talent, and share the richness of African cultures with the world. Together, we’re creating a lasting impact, one story at a time.

💡 Let’s make this GivingTuesday count! Join us in driving change and keeping the art of African storytelling alive.

Link in bio or visit: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=DY26E5LUUFAVA&ssrt=1733264473074

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🎬 Film Highlight: Cry Me Awake Inspired by a t

🎬 Film Highlight: Cry Me Awake

Inspired by a true story, Cry Me Awake unravels the haunting past of a young wife as she faces her greatest fear. Directed by SMART EDIKAN, a talented Nollywood storyteller and certified director-producer, this film promises a gripping experience.

📅 Catch it in person in Atlanta, Georgia, March 13–17, 2025, in partnership with Nollywood Travel Film Festival (NTFF). Don’t miss this powerful story!

#CryMeAwake #AfricanCinema #NTFF2025 #africanfilmarts #cinemafortheculture #africanfilmfestatl #affatl #africanfilmfestatl2024 #affatl2024 #africatotheworld #filmfestival #nigeriancinema #nollywood #cinemafortheculture

🌍 The African Film & Arts Foundation bridges cu

🌍 The African Film & Arts Foundation bridges cultural gaps with events like #AfricanFilmFestivalAtlanta & #CinemaForCulture. Showcasing African creatives & their diaspora 🎥✨

🙏 Your tax-deductible donation supports our virtual and in-person African Film Festival Atlanta. Join our fundraising campaign & help make this event possible! 💫

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