SwahiliWe recently went for a film trip to Germany organized and hosted by Goethe Institut and the Federal Government of Germany. The purpose was to get insights into the film industry system of Germany, funding and finance, production, coproduction, development and collaboration. Sounds like a mouth full… We went, we saw, we came back. …
Generation Africa is a documentary film project aimed at stimulating a new narrative on migration through the stories made by African filmmakers, and particularly young filmmakers. The project is presented by South Africa based non-profit Steps (Social Transformation and Empowerment Projects) through AfriDocs, the first and only free global streaming platform for African documentaries.…
A Nairobi court has lifted the ban on ”Rafiki’ which challenges deep rooted cynicism about same sex relationships and love. Issuing her ruling, Justice Wilfrida Okwany said the suspension of the ban by the Kenya Film Classification Board (KFCB) stands for a period of 7 days and that the viewing will be open to willing adults…
For any craft it is obvious that with practice you eventually perfect it. It may take a bit longer to learn a few tricks here and there but it is a true and worthy process. In this context film editing is a vital process in the completion of a film project as it entails putting…
The 2018 edition of the Cape Town International Film Market and Festival will take place from October 9th – 19th 2018 at venues across the V & A Waterfront in Cape Town. As part the CTIFMF’s outreach efforts and in keeping with its theme, of CREATE, COLLABORATE, CELEBRATE, a number of key programs, all designed…
Kayte Macharia When it comes to the world of makeup and beauty there are some exceptional makeup artists and Kayte Macharia is one of them. Kayte is a professional makeup artist based in Nairobi, Kenya. Her area of focus is on bridal makeup, photoshoots, Tv, Print, Editorial and Wedding parties. Additionally, Kayte also offers makeup…
The whole idea of starting out a film project may seem easy but that is definitely not the case. Starting out a film requires proper planning and also there is need to ensure that the crew is well motivated. Film crew play an important part in any film production as it is because of the…
When it comes to making a film a lot of aspects need to be considered so as to achieve that desired outcome. From lighting to good audio, location, good costumes and so much more. Of course for a beginner a few mistakes here and there are made and this usually acts as a point of…
Mark Maina Mark Maina is an award winning Kenyan film editor. He is also a director, screenwriter and cinematographer. Throughout his career in the film industry Mark has committed himself to telling creative stories through the mastery and execution of his skills in all his projects. Recently, Maina scooped the award for The Best Picture…
The Africa Magic Viewers Choice Awards, AMVCAs 2018, was held on Saturday night at the Eko Hotels and Suites in Lagos,Nigeria. The star studded ceremony was lit with glitz and glam as filmmakers, actors, celebrities and invited guests graced the red carpet in all glamour and poise. Being the 6th annual awards, the AMVCA is…
