ACTORS, filmmakers and cinema enthusiasts should look forward to 2024 because they are in for a treat.
The much-anticipated Joburg Film Festival in partnership with MultiChoice is set to return in the first quarter of 2024.
The festival that will take place from 27 February to 3 March 2024 promises to captivate audiences not just in Joburg, but across the African diaspora and beyond.
Joburg Film Festival's executive director Tim Mangwedi said the festival is renowned as a prominent platform for showcasing local and international talent and is gearing up for a sixth edition of an extraordinary presentation of cinematic excellence.
He said the festival stands as a grand celebration honouring the art of storytelling while embracing the legacy of cinematic legends.
With its central theme focused on inspiring storytellers who captivate audiences across the globe, the festival will further celebrate these legends in film.
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He said it serves as a platform that not only showcases groundbreaking narratives from emerging voices but also pays homage to the trailblazers and stars whose works have left a mark on the world of cinema.
"In the dynamic landscape of ‘Glocalisation’ of media & entertainment, the Joburg Film Festival is a pivotal platform at the heart of Africa’s cultural and creative revolution.
"This sub–Saharan African premier film festival and content market trade fair is set against the backdrop of the continent’s rich stories and talent. It embodies the spirit of new Africa, one that is eager to showcase its creative prowess and engage in dialogue with the global community," he said.
He said now in its sixth year, the Joburg Film Festival continues to celebrate the art of filmmaking.
"It brings together the best of African cinema, offering a window into the soul of a continent bursting with inspiring stories waiting to be told and heard on the international stage by Africans," he said.
