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NYFAF - Exploring Tamazgha - Virtual Edition

Event Description 

This year’s NYFAF Virtual Edition, “Exploring Tamazgha” features 3 films and a lively online discussion! Sign up to receive the links to view the films from May 16-May 21, then join us on May 22 at 12PM EST for the online discussion.

 

THIS YEAR’S FILMS:

 

A Corpse on the Shore - Aksel Rifman Morocco, Feature, 2h12 min

Belaïd Aït Ali - Naoufel Bouzeboudja, Algeria, Documentary, 38 min

A Tale of School - Amjed Salem Haboush, Libya, Documentary, 47 min

The New York Forum of Amazigh Film showcases cinematic works of the indigenous Amazigh people of North Africa. Every year, international filmmakers, scholars, and artists gather to celebrate the Amazigh lens through screenings, live performances, artist panels, and exhibitions. 

 

In addition to organizing the festival, the organizers have individually and collaboratively contributed scholarly works related to the festival and Amazigh indigenous cinema. Their publications include titles such as “Amazigh Cinema and the New York Forum of Amazigh Film (NYFAF),” “Journeys of Discovery: The Case of the New York Forum of Amazigh Film (NYFAF),” “Virtualization of the New York Forum of Amazigh Film (NYFAF) During and Post- COVID-19: The Scrambl…”” “Indigeneity and Identity Transmission: Amazigh Cultural Expression Through Film,” and “Looking for Amazigh Cinema – Developing The New York Forum of Amazigh Film.” Their most recent work is an edited volume titled Amazigh Cinema: An Introduction to North African Indigenous Film.

Event Dates:

May 22nd

from 12:00PM

Location:

Virtual Discussion

Tickets:

Free w/ RSVP

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