A Celebration of Culture Through Cinema.

FilmAfrica DIFF

FilmAfrica‘s inaugural year will delve into the rich and diverse world of Kenyan cinema. Experience this journey with a captivating 2-hour program at AMC, The Grove in Los Angeles, featuring a showcase of feature and short films. This special event, a highlight of the DaVinci International Film Festival’s Seventh Edition (D7), will also include a Q&A session with the filmmakers.

FilmAfrica will also include a captivating panel discussion and a keynote address from industry leaders and representatives, offering valuable insights and fostering dialogue about the power of storytelling in Kenya, Africa.

FilmAfrica will kick off D7 with a star-studded red carpet event, Friday, October 10th, making it the perfect opening night experience. We are thrilled to announce that esteemed VIP guests will be joining us for this momentous occasion. Stay tuned for exciting announcements regarding our special attendees!

Presented by Swahili Village Media, with Kevin Onyona serving as FilmAfrica’s Chairman and Ambassador, this new program is an opportunity to celebrate the unique voices and groundbreaking work of filmmakers from the region while enjoying a memorable evening of film, conversation, and celebration.  Bookmark this page for further developments.

Swahili Village
Program Chairman & Ambassador
FilmAfrica
FilmAfrica Team

Executive & Artistic Director:
Chadwick Pelletier, Founder/CEO DIFF

FilmAfrica Chairman / DIFF Ambassador:
Kevin Onyona, CEO Swahili Village Group (Pictured)

Vice-Chair / Head of Fundraising
Simon Kirubi

Program Director:
Fredrick Song

Producers:
Adam Davis
Carlos Tavares
Martina Williams

FilmAfrica Program & Format

In-Competition Film Format:

  • Feature Film (Narrative / Documentary)
  • Short Film (Narrative / Documentary / Animation)

Eligibility:

  • Films must be produced by African filmmaker(s), OR;
  • The subject matter or story must be centered around African culture.

Screening Format:

  • DCP film file is required for showcase should your submission be Selected.

Submissions: