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AfroCannes 2025 To Explore Afro-Futurism & African Innovation In Film
AfroCannes is leaning into Afro Futurism with its 2025 lineup.
Since launching in 2022, AfroCannes and its AfroBerlin sibling have become spaces to discuss and celebrate narratives from Africa and the African diaspora against the backdrop of a major film festival.
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Its organizer, the not-for-profit Yanibes Foundation, said this year's theme 'underscores the transformative power of Afro-Futurism' and will focus on African storytelling and culture and as well as identity and innovation.
The event spans panels, screenings, networking, and showcases on specific countries. The 2025 edition includes 'In Conversation' sessions with filmmakers including: Aaron Rashaan Thomas, Camille Pitanga, Gordon Bobb, Frédéric Chau, Syrinthia Studer and Luis Lomenha.
There will be panels homing in on topics including the new Nigerian film industry, the connections between Africa and Asia with Dr. Pushpinder Chowdhry and others, inclusion, a focus on Afro-German filmmakers, and a fireside chat with producer and explorer Ernest White II.
'Beyond the glitz and glam of the Cannes Film Festival, AfroCannes highlights the importance of representation— it isn't just about who's on the stage, it's about who's in the room,' the organizers said ahead of this year's event.
'Whether you're attending for professional growth or artistic inspiration, AfroCannes offers a front-row seat to the future of film, and the beauty and depth that is Black creatives and industry professionals within the industry.'
The crowd at AfroCannes comprises filmmakers, producers, actors, casting directors, and financiers. It's free to attend (but requires pre-registration). This year it will be held at the Villa des Ministres in Cannes. The event runs May 15 through 19.
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