ARIFF’s vision is to raise awareness abou t African Cinema\, its vast potentials and the tremendous socio-economic impact it has not only on african economies but other thir d world and developing economies as well.
To use cinema t o create a revolution that will change the social and eco nomical horizon of Africa\, by providing the wherewithal to the abundant t alents resident in our communities to rise up and reach for their ideals.< /p>
Establish bridges for partnership with i nternational counterparts to ensure quality\, expertise and global standar ds access the local film industries\, accelerating their development susta inably.
ARIFF also aims to re-establish Africa’s significance as the original birth home of civilization and ind eed the last frontier for unique film stories and content. “Africa Unite s” is a theme that draws on the principle that being African is a bond t hat goes beyond geography\, birth or lineage\; as people of African origin are spread across the globe and Africa is also a proud home to many non-A fricans.
The vision is to reflect a common true A frican identity and re-establish Africa as an original home to al l. Africa has been able to capture the world’s attention through its anc ient cultural heritage and beginnings of civilisation.
Wi th films it will have the power to connect people from ar ound the world\, creating common ground hence promoting boundless unity. F ilm is a powerful platform that is better able to attract and engage peopl e in constructive activity and providing enjoyment\, enlivening spaces and enriching lives.
It also makes a practical contr ibution in terms of sustainability\, providing employment\, encou raging learning and inspiring people to adopt creative and active lifestyl es.
The Africa International Film Festival deliberately commits to the ideals of empowerment and creative engageme nt. Through its investment in the development of local creative talents\, it keeps faith with the next generation\, dissipating positive messages an d reinforcing to the local and international audiences\, the immense poten tial abound throughout the continent.
LOCATION:Johannesburg\, Gauteng\, 2000 SUMMARY:Africa Rising International Film Festival URL;VALUE=URI:https://www.howler.co.za/ARIFF END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR