Thursday 2 May
Lifelong friends and mothers, Ajoke and Lape, have a deep dangerous secret that they must keep, even from their beloved sons.
Friday 3 May
Fireside Chat : Where do actors from the Diaspora fit the French Film Industry?
Wale, a down-on-his-luck man relocates with his wife to his hometown for a glimpse of hope, after losing his job and meeting a student with a special gift.
Brought together by chance, six people fleeing a town devastated by oil pollution stow away on a mysterious ship -not realizing the dangers that await.
With 99% of the world population uploaded into virtual worlds, a young girl from a secluded Fulani village inadvertently elopes with an AI to escape an arranged marriage.
A bonafide songstress Kiki, managed by her controlling and strong-willed husband Mark, is set to release her latest album and make a difficult decision, when she finds herself thrusted into a new love affair.
Short Film Happy Hour: Locked-In (Ghana/UK), Super Wouman (Togo), The Perfect Knight (UK), Alliés (France)
Back from a long trip to Africa, Amaury has a revelation to make. He invites his group of friends over for a drink at his place to tell them the big news: he feels black.
Two friends Mike and Kwesi take a journey to Ghana to seek pastures new. While en-route to complete a lucrative land deal, they encounter an array of issues.
Alie is a hopeless romantic, with much emphasis on hopeless. Her friend sets her up on a blind date in what turns out to be a surprisingly perfect night.
Selom, a painter, discovers that he is suffering from a lack of inspiration that could harm his career. He suspects his wife of being the cause and calls on Jean, his childhood friend and personal doctor, to help him overcome his blockage. But is he ready to fight to save his career… and his relationship?
Saturday 4 May
Status of the ever growing gaming industry
When the leader of a secessionist militant group in south-eastern Nigeria is jailed, his loyalists mandate a compulsory “sit-at-home” on Mondays in protest. Siblings Kamnonu and Ogbonna face danger when they defy the Monday restrictions.
After being trapped by an organ trafficking ring, a woman tries to make it back to her community to warn them of the dangers that are being sold to them as new opportunities.
Bambino and Bawa meet in Lagos and hit it off immediately. During their long trips around the city, they develop a deep affection for each other. But in a society which considers homosexuality taboo, they feel the pressure of social norms.
Based on the writer/director’s childhood, FARMING tells story of a young Nigerian boy, ‘farmed out’ by his parents to a white British family in the hope of a better future. Instead, he joins a white skinhead gang.
A young mother catches up with friends while her baby and husband sleep.
A motley crew of criminals collide with the law in the search for a priceless ruby.
Sunday 5 May
Nollykids – curation by Animation Africa: Turtle Taido, Omo Berry, Kiya and the Kimoja Warriors, Kunda & Friends and Super Sema.
A grocery store owner falls in love with a woman who is also the object of attraction to a wealthy businessman. After the grocery store owner wins her heart despite her family’s opposition, tragedy strikes just before their wedding leaving John inconsolable. In his grief, he attempts to end his life but discovers an unexpected surprise.
Alie is a hopeless romantic, with much emphasis on hopeless. Her friend sets her up on a blind date in what turns out to be a surprisingly perfect night.
Despite disapproval from loved ones, Ada and Jean’s relationship survives the twists and turns of college. But with graduation right around the corner, a difficult decision has to be made. Experience a whirlwind journey of friendship and blossoming love through a blend of Haitian and Nigerian traditions.
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