Meet Elizabeth Chai Vasarhelyi, the Talent behind “Youssou N’dour: I Bring What I Love”
At an early age, Elizabeth Chai Vasarhelyi was well on her way to being a masterful and accomplished Director. At just 24 years old, she won the Best Director Award at the 2003 Tribeca Film Festival for her documentary debut film - A Normal Life. It was after this that she decided to shift gears and in her own words, her next project was “to make an uplifting film about Africa and thought that music was one way to do it”. Her subject choice was none other than the best selling and most influential African artist of all time, the legendary Youssou N’dour.
Hakeem Kae-Kazim gets dream role on ‘24′
Nigerian-born, English-raised South African actor/producer Hakeem Kae-Kazim certainly gained international recognition for his role as Georges Rutaganda in Hotel Rwanda in 2004 and he continues to be on the rise.
Kalasha Film and Television Awards
The Kalasha awards are in their first year and already have some heavy hitters on their nominee role. The brainchild of the Kenyan Film Commission (KFC), they are dedicated to recognizing the growing industry that is blossoming and thriving.
Jamati Announces Sponsorship of Film Night for Passport to Africa Week
Washington, D.C., May 6, 2009: Jamati.com is pleased to continue its partnership with Passport to Africa, which this year will include the sponsorship of a Film Night on Wednesday, May 20, 2009. The Jamati Film Section will introduce one of the most acclaimed African films of the year, “From A Whisper,” to a diverse Washington DC audience.
Warner Brothers Fights HIV/AIDS
There is a great project that is being used in Kenya to combat the spread of the HIV/AIDS virus. The project, called the HIV Free Generation, is a game that children can play to learn how to implement positive behaviors and educate on HIV/AIDS.
Wanuri Kahiu: A Visionary Director
Jamati.com was pleased to catch up with Wanuri Kahiu to learn more about her passion for film, and the vision she had for Africa’s film future.
Jamati: You have been educated in the UK and US and had an opportunity to work in film in the US. What are the similarities and the differences that you have noticed in making films in the west and in Kenya? » Read more…
Shirley Frimpong-Manso’s Perfect Picture
Shirley Frimpong-Manso, a film writer/director/producer is emerging as the biggest force to reckon with in terms of quality Ghanaian movies. She has already produced two amazing movies that have enjoyed critical and commercial success across Africa, Europe and North America. She stunned movie buffs with the amazing picture and story quality of ‘Life and Living It’, and confirmed her grasp on the industry with the much-talked drama, ‘Scorned’, a movie about a woman fighting to keep her sanity in a marriage of abuse. The lead actress in that movie, Lydia Forson has been nominated for the most promising actor award in the 2009 Africa Movie Academy Awards (AMAA).
The African Movie Academy Award (AMAA) Nominations for 2009
The African Movie Academy Awards (AMAA), an offshoot of the African Film Academy, are scheduled to take place on April 4, 2009. These awards have pulled together a phenomenal list of talented directors, actors, and films from around Africa, that have made, or are going to make a tremendous impact on the continent and in the diaspora. You can visit their website to learn more, or visit the award section of the website here. Here is the list of the nominations:
‘Blacks Without Borders’ now on Showtime
We told you about a movie that showed how African-Americans have taken the step to move down to South Africa and start a new life. They have been successful and have created a lucrative business AND lifestyle for themselves.
Fresh Talent Alert: Edward Osei-Gyimah
Location: Los Angeles, CA via London, England via Ghana
Education: Dulwich College; Brunel University - B.A. in English Lit and Film Theory, University of Southern California - MFA in Film Production » Read more…
Malawian Film Industry Gets a Boost
The Malawian film Industry (Mollywood), which is still in its infancy, gets a boost with the recent announcement of veteran musician-cum-politian, Lucius Banda, that he is soon to be on the screen.
African Events Calendar
Upcoming Events
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August 6, 2009
Korto Momolu Presents Fall Collection : Charlotte, NC
USA - South East
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July 18, 2009
Concert Celebrating Nelson Mandela’s 91st Birthday: New York, NY
USA - North East
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July 16, 2009
Celebrate Ethiopia @ Lincoln Theatre: Washington, DC
USA - North East
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July 10, 2009
Miss South Sudan Beauty Pageant: Washington, DC
USA - North East
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