The African Film Festival (TAFF) celebrates its 3rd Anniversary!
The African Film Festival (TAFF), a 501( c)(3) non-profit organization created to support the Africa Independent Film Community launches for the third (3rd) year in a row in Dallas, Texas its annual film exhibition. The African Film Festival (TAFF) will showcase one of a kind African independent films that either promote African culture; address issues affecting Africa; or explore African landmarks and historic leaders. This annual festival strives to “Bridge cultures through films” by inviting a diverse audience, to include other film industries to celebrate some of the best films about the African continent.
The 5-day festival will kick off on June 29 through July 3, with storytelling, film screenings, acting workshops, symposium, and an Awards Gala night.
Festival attendees will be treated to an exploration of the African continent through the global lens and voices of talented filmmakers, producers and talent artist. The festival will prominently feature African creatives and will also be an opportunity to spotlight other filmmakers’ take on African cultures and experiences. Therefore, providing a rich and varied experience for attendees.
On Friday, June 29th, TAFF opens at African American Museum in Fair Park with Telling Our Stories, a FREE event for children with narrators from Ghana, Kenya, Nigeria, South Africa, and the United States. In addition, the Dallas Poetry Slam will provide Spoken Words. Bring the children to hear African children stories at its best. Time: 6 – 9 pm.
On Saturday & Sunday, June 30th – July 1st, The African Film Festival (TAFF) will showcase unique African Independent film screenings at the African American Museum in Fair Park. There will be over 50 films showcasing the artistry efforts of great African independent filmmakers and others. Films shown will include those that promote African culture, address issues affecting Africa, about historic African leaders and African landmarks. Screenings will be followed by Q&A session with viewers, filmmakers, actors, directors and producers. Time: 11 am – 7 pm
On Monday, July 2nd, The African Film Festival (TAFF) will host at Southern Methodist University (SMU) a free acting class and a symposium entitled “Cenemedics, The Impact of Films on Medicine”.
On Tuesday, July 3rd, The African Film Festival (TAFF) concludes with a grand finale hosted at Moody Performance Hall in Dallas Arts District. Patrons will participate in a stunning red-carpet Awards Gala ceremony to include presentation of film selection awards and a viewing of a short documentary on Nelson Mandela. Time: 6 pm
This July 2018 celebrate Independence Day by supporting the independent filmmakers highlighted at this year’s African Film Festival!
For more festival information and film schedule: www.TAFFEST.org
TAFF is listed with the Texas Film Commission, the Dallas Film Commission, and the City of Dallas Arts District.
