Through African Eyes
AFF publication
Survey African cinema through candid, revealing conversations with twenty of its celebrated filmmakers — from the pioneers to the emerging filmmakers. Having been in the unique position of charting the development of African cinema for the past two decades, the African Film Festival, Inc. is pleased to present this important anthology.
AFF's Year-Round Calendar
16th NYAFF in 2009
April 8-14@ Walter Reade Theater, Lincoln Center
April 15
@ Columbia University
May 22-25
@ BAMcinématek
2009 Festival
Themes and Highlights:
Africa in Transition
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South Africa Celebrates 15 Years of Democracy
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Emerging Female Kenyan Directors and New Contemporary Works
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Veteran Filmmakers
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Sports and Culture - Engaging the Next Generation
AFF is pleased to announce the sale of DVD copies of many of recent and classic titles, for home use. With films from every corner of the African continent, as well as from Brazil, Cuba, Russia, Jamaica and the United States, to name a few, AFF has assembled a stellar collection of films, which represents diversity within the African Diaspora.
Support AFF's Programs
The National Traveling Series is designed to bring the unique experience of watching African cinema to the broadest possible audience. Screenings are scheduled throughout the year by various cultural and educational institutions.