11 4월 2025
출품 요청
07 6월 2025
영화제 마감
05 7월 2025
통지일
04 8월 2025
09 8월 2025
영화제 시작: 04 8월 2025 영화제 끝: 09 8월 2025
African Film Week (AFW) is a vibrant celebration of African storytelling, showcasing a diverse range of films that highlight the creativity, culture, and voices from across the continent. From thought-provoking documentaries to groundbreaking fiction, AFW is a platform for emerging and established filmmakers to share their work with a global audience.
This year’s edition will feature curated screenings, industry conversations, networking opportunities, and a special Cultural Exchange Evening, promoting international collaboration. Whether you’re a filmmaker, film lover, or industry professional, AFW promises an unforgettable experience that honors the power of African cinema.
AFW recognizes outstanding films across various categories, celebrating the talent and vision of African filmmakers. Award categories include:
Best Live Action Short
Best Animated Short
Best Documentary Short
Best Mobile Short
Best Student Short
Best Female Director
Viewers Choice Award
Videomentum Special Award
Winners will receive official laurels, industry recognition, and potential distribution or funding opportunities.
Rules & Terms
1. Eligibility: Submissions are open to filmmakers of African descent or films with African
themes.
2. Duration: Only short films (under 30 minutes) will be considered.
3. Language: Films in languages other than English must have English subtitles.
4. Screening & Jury Process: Selected films will be screened online via Festhome and
reviewed by a panel of international jurors.
5. Permissions: By submitting, filmmakers grant AFW the rights to screen their film during the festival and feature their films as part of any promotion.
무료
출품 마감일
07 6월 25
This category celebrates independent short films that showcase compelling storytelling, cultural narratives, and innovative filmmaking. Open to live-action shorts with a maximum runtime of 30 minutes, this section highlights emerging voices in African cinema.
무료
출품 마감일
07 6월 25
Dedicated to animation in all forms—2D, 3D, stop-motion, or experimental—this category spotlights African animators pushing creative boundaries. Submissions should be under 30 minutes and demonstrate originality in visual storytelling and technique.
무료
출품 마감일
07 6월 25
A platform for documentary filmmakers to shed light on untold African stories, historical events, and pressing social issues. This category welcomes short documentaries (under 30 minutes) that offer deep insight into African realities and experiences.
무료
출품 마감일
07 6월 25
Open to African students currently enrolled in film schools or media programs, this category provides a space for fresh voices and experimental storytelling. Films must be under 30minutes and serve as a showcase for the next generation of African filmmakers.
무료
출품 마감일
07 6월 25
This category is designed for films shot entirely on mobile devices. It is open to all genres, encouraging filmmakers to explore new storytelling methods using smartphones and other portable recording tools.
