Screening will be conducted in Lilongwe, Blantyre and Dowa on four dates at four venues, with the official launch reception on 24th October at the EU Residence in Lilongwe, according to the statement.
A selection of two short flicks from Malawi and Zambia and two films from Finland and Morocco will be watched outdoors at the EU Residence under the canopy of evening stars, the statement says.
It reads in part: “EFF 2024 promises to be another diverse and enchanting film experience of storytelling – drama, epic action, romance, thrilling adventure and true-life documentaries.
“The relatable poignancy of returning to one’s roots is the epicentre of My Grandfathers Demons, a feature length animated film from Spain, Portugal and France”.
Malawian film makers, according to the statement, also submitted short films, a new feature film and a documentary, including the mind bending psychological thriller True or False and Daniel da Trindade’s Kamdothi based on the beloved folktale.
According to the statement, Crossroads Hotel Cinema Lilongwe will host EFF from 25 – 26 October, with the public expected to enjoy array of free films, featuring works from acclaimed European (Finland, Czech Republic, Cyprus, Belgium, Spain, Portugal, France), African (Zambia, Morocco) and Malawian filmmakers.
Students at Catholic University in Chiradzulu are the recipients of an exclusive screening on campus on 30 October, of documentaries from France and Malawi plus a special music guest performance.
In Dowa, the Tumaini Festival in Dzaleka Refugee Camp will host the final movie spree on 2 November, for the community and festival attendees to enjoy a variety of international and Malawi films together.
“The European Film Festival is the biggest annual free film event in Malawi. Film enthusiasts are encouraged to register online early to secure their space at the various screenings.
“More information about tickets and all the movies is found on our social media pages.https://kwenda.co/events/event_single/euro-film-festival-2024 and https://lakeofstars.org/euro-film-fest-2024/ Entrance is open to the public on a first-come, first-served basis at all screenings in Lilongwe and Dowa,” the statement says.
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