Documentary on Kenya’s “Fake Lawyer” Brian Mwenda In the Works
Directed by Poland’s Maciej Bochniak, 'The Lawyer' explores ambition, deception, and the blurred line between truth and performance.
Directed by Poland’s Maciej Bochniak, 'The Lawyer' explores ambition, deception, and the blurred line between truth and performance.
'Nome' was one of 13 African films screened in the inaugural Africa-focused Open Doors section at the 2025 Locarno Film Festival.
A troupe of misfit dancers, led by a fearless frontman, try to figure their way through life amid the chaotic and unfiltered slavery of modern Lagos.
Nigeria’s Dika Ofoma emerged as the biggest winner of the day, taking home a hat trick with the queer romance Kachifo.
Kenyan producer June Wairegi on Locarno Open Doors and redefining how African films are made and distributed.
In 2024, the festival announced a four-year focus on African cinema for its 2025 to 2028 cycle.
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