DURBAN FILMMART INDUSTRY 2023 PROGRAMME!

 

The 2023 Durban FilmMart Industry Programme for 2023 is out now!

The Durban FilmMart Institute (DFMI) is delighted to present the 2023 DFM Industry Programme, now live and available for viewing on their website. Now entering its 14th edition, the 2023 DFM will be held from July 21 to 24, under the theme African Constellations, which will highlight the talent and diversity of the African film industry.

This year's DFM marks the welcome and long-awaited return to a physical edition, spanning four days at the wonderful Southern Sun Elangeni Hotel in Durban.

The DFM 2023 Industry Programme approaches the latest trends and pressing issues head-on and sees the return of key thematic strands such as DFM in Conversation, Durban Does Docs, Animation@DFM and SA in Focus, while also introducing two additional strands: Talking Cents and The Power of Programming, which are set to enrich the overall experience.

 https://durbanfilmmart.co.za/dfm-2023-website-programme/

 

DFM in Conversation

 

(Left: Effie T Brown)

(Right: Tshepiso Chikapa-Phiri)

You’ll hear talks by renowned industry professionals such as American CEO Effie T Brown of Gamechanger Films and South African producer Tshepiso Chikapa-Phiri of Known Associates Entertainment (KAE), as well as many more speakers, through the DFM in Conversation strand. They’ll be discussing their work, motivations, and opportunities they’ve encountered along their journeys.

Durban Does Docs

The Durban FilmMart and The African Real Collective have joined forces to co-curate this year’s Durban Does Docs, the official documentary-focused stream of the programme. We’ll be joined by Amil Shivji of Kijiweni Productions, Reem Hadad from Al Jazeera, and other guest speakers who will unpack topics from cross continental collaboration, to how we can develop the African documentary community on a more holistic level.

 

Animation@DFM

Animation@DFM also returns for its third year, dedicated to exploring the world of animation across the African continent. Animation projects are a vital part of the official DFM Pitch and Finance forum, and this year’s programme will signal a deeper exploration of the animation landscape.

 

SA in Focus

The popular strand SA in Focus explores the expansive South African film and television industry with leading local film organisations. We’ll hear from leading industry organisations like Sisters Working in Film and Television, the Writers Guild of South Africa, and The Independent Black Filmmakers Collective, among others.

 

NEW: Talking Cents

One of the new streams we’re introducing is Talking Cents, which will present panel discussions that revolve around the financial landscape, aimed at filmmakers in Africa who are seeking financial support and sustainable success. We’ll be joined by the likes of John Giwa-Amu of Goodgate Media, Pape Boye from Black Mic Mac, and other significant industry voices, covering topics such as demystifying Hollywood, creating equity beyond Africa, and many others.

 

NEW: The Power of Programming

 

(Left: Lyse Nsengiyumva)

 Our new strand, The Power of Programming, will bring together programmers and industry experts to talk about the pivotal role that programming has played in fostering the growth and evolution of the film industry. Guests will include Lyse Ishimwe Nsengiyumva of the International Film Festival Rotterdam), Mbali Mashaba from Behind Her Lens Visuals, and Yiqian Zhang from HOTDOCS, among others.

 Filmmart is excited for patrons to join them as they look to the future of filmmaking in the beautiful continent. Don’t miss out! Register today and get an early bird discount: https://durbanfilmmart.co.za/dfm-event-2023/

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