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East London Film Fest Spotlights Black Cinema
15 Jan
Summary
- PictureEast Film Festival runs January 20 to February 1 in East London.
- Over 20 feature films, shorts, and panels are featured.
- Festival celebrates East London's creativity and global outlook.
The PictureEast Film Festival, presented by The New Black Film Collective, will illuminate East London from January 20 to February 1. This free event promises an extensive program, featuring more than 20 feature films alongside shorts and insightful panel discussions.
The festival's opening night will feature "Wasteman," starring David Jonsson, with the screening of Akinola Davies Jr.'s "My Father's Shadow" also a significant highlight. The event aims to foster community and support for creatives, particularly during a time of diminishing local screens and growing societal divisions.
Organizers emphasize that PictureEast reflects East London's rich creativity and global outlook, with networking events designed to empower marginalized voices. The festival's closing feature, "Palestine Comedy Club," offers a poignant look at resilience through the eyes of Palestinian comedians.
