The Durban FilmMart
Institute (DFMI) is delighted to unveil the line-up of platforms and streamers participating
in the highly anticipated 2023 DFM Industry Programme. The 14th edition of the
DFM will run from July 21 to 24, embracing the theme African Constellation
to celebrate the remarkable talent of the African film industry.
The DFM will feature an impressive array of international and local streaming and exhibition platforms like Netflix, Prime Video, Showmax and Viu as part of its 2023 Industry Programme. Together with TRACE Studios and TikTok, the FilmMart will feature panel discussions and masterclasses hosted by these platforms.
** Netflix
Netflix will have a strong presence at the
DFM 2023, offering both a masterclass and panel discussion. We’ll hear from
specialist Edmond Laccon, as well as fellow Netflix executives, as they explore
the elements that make up successful and valuable visual styles in film.
They’ll also be hosting a panel that will feature a range of local distribution
companies, as well as Netflix Director of Content for the Middle East and
Africa (MEA), Ben Amadasun, discussing the art and science behind distribution
in an African context, among other interesting topics.
** Prime Video
The inclusion of Prime Video this year is
notable as the service has only recently entered the African content landscape.
They will be hosting a Q&A session exploring how Prime Video is showcasing
authentic African content to a global audience, and you'll have the opportunity
to learn about Prime Video’s strategies and plans for Africa, as well as their
upcoming releases from the continent. We’ll be joined by Ayanna Lonian of Prime
Video, and other prominent industry voices.
** Viu
Viu is another anticipated newcomer to the
DFM programme. They are a leading pan-regional over-the-top (OTT) video
streaming service, and we’ll be hearing from Ryan Solovei and Farzana Wadee
from Viu South Africa about how the streaming service works with local
storytellers in the markets they’re in.
** TRACE Studios
TRACE Studios’ Beverley Mitchell will be
presenting a masterclass on finding your voice as an authentic storyteller. In
the roaring vortex of (mis)information that bombards us daily, how do you know
what is authentic and what is not? And how do you make your voice heard? This
masterclass will offer participants helpful tools to discover their own voices
and craft compelling and authentic stories of their own.
** Showmax & Multichoice
The 2023 DFM Industry programme will also
feature a panel discussion, hosted by executives from Showmax and Multichoice,
on how best to create and pitch a series for the likes of Showmax, Mzansi
Magic, M-Net, kykNET, Africa Magic and more. The panel will also explore
Showmax’s partnership with Comcast’s NBCUniversal and Sky and its pending
re-launch, which will be powered by Peacock's globally scaled technology.
The participation of these internationally-renowned
streamers and platforms at the 2023 Durban FilmMart not only signifies their
commitment to supporting and showcasing African content, but also provides
unique opportunities for growth within the industry. Join us for insights from
the best in the industry!
Register today and book your seat! (https://durbanfilmmart.co.za/dfm-event-2023/)
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