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We provide the needed platform in order to reiterate the required attention for emerging filmmakers to be trained through organized workshops and to showcase their
creative films to the world.

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Biggest Indie
Filmmakers Incubator

AiF FilmArt 2023

AiF FilmArt is a film incubator program for young and emerging filmmakers who are already in the business of filmmaking but need supported opportunities to develop their craft. After the first and 2nd editions, we are back with the 3rd edition.

AiF FilmArt 2023 presents East and West African cross-country co-production experience, expands the reach of co-creation conversations, and the cultural exchange between Ghana, Nigeria, and Uganda.

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AiF 22 Schedule

Ceremony Film Screening
Alliance Francaise, Accra

Opening Ceremony

Welcome address from festival executives, and partners. Surprise performances.

Film Screening
Alliance Francaise, Accra

Film Screening (Day 3 )

(Film Screenings) 1. Dancing In My Sadness by Casual Affairs – 4:05mins – France (Music Film 2. Mamadou & Benita

Symposium
British Council, Accra

AiF/British Council – The Creative Hustle

1. The Catch-Up by Annabel Grace – 5:57mins – United Kingdom (Narrative) 2. Asunder by Janet Marrett – 14:30mins –

Symposium
Innov8 Hub, Société Générale Ghana Head Office, Accra

AiF/SGG-Innov8 – Creative Symposium

The day will commence with a creative symposium. TOPIC: Nurturing marketable creative artists to attract funding. PANELISTS: George Adjebeng, head

Film Screening
Alliance Francaise, Accra

The Open-Air Cinema Experience

1. Manifest: Hearts and Times by Makere Thekiso – 9:00mins – Ghana/South Africa (Music Film) 2. Shine by Greg Crompton

Film Screening
Alliance Francaise

Film Screenings (Day 4)

(Film Screenings) 1. Full Circle by Genn Print – 23:34mins – Kenya (Documentary) 2. Troublemaker by Olive Nwosu – 10:46mins

Concert
Alliance Francaise, Accra

AiF Music Synergy Concert

This is a music concert as part of the festival that unites alternative sounds from emerging Ghanaian musical artists.

Ceremony
Alliance Francaise, Accra

Closing Ceremony and Awards Gala.

Closing Ceremony and Awards Gala. Book a seat https://accraindiefilmfest.org/participant-registration/

Ceremony Film Screening
Alliance Francaise, Accra

Opening Ceremony | Day 1

Welcome address from festival executives, and partners. Surprise performances. Spokenword Performance By Faiba Bernard Music Performance By Tsie (Screening of

Akwaaba

ACCRA INDIE FILMFEST (AiF) is a not-for-profit film festival for young filmmakers all around the round. With no sponsorship, the festival has successfully been running for the past 3 years, withstanding the challenges posed by the global pandemic, to still become one of the dynamic and innovative film festivals in Africa. Your donation will go a long way to support young and independent filmmakers around the world.

why join aif Meetup Creative Like-Minds

We are a community of amazing dreamers and visionaries, bridging gaps and creating long lasting opportunities for indie filmmakers 

More Shorts

We encourage the production of short films.

It's Necessary

We reiterate the relevance and impact of short films in the
growth of the film industry and the country’s economy

Well Done

We award deserving filmmakers with amazing short films.

Partners

A Festival of Shorts

We are the leading short film festival in Africa with greater value for filmmakers. There is also an award scheme created as part of the festival to honour creative filmmakers, actors, technical assistants etc. to boost their confidence in the process of filmmaking and to refill their creative energies to produce more.

31 July

Opening Ceremony

5 August

Awards Ceremony

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films selected
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Genre We Are For Shorts

We deem it mandatory to provide an avenue for these young and
vibrant filmmakers to find the need to explore and create beyond limits.

Meet Brilliant Filmmakers.

Connect with amazing film creatives from across the globe, share ideas, network and secure possible co-production deals 

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ACCRA INDIE FILMFEST PARTNERS WITH CLERMONT-FERRAND INTERNATIONAL SHORT FILM FESTIVAL

ACCRA INDIE FILMFEST PARTNERS WITH CLERMONT-FERRAND INTERNATIONAL SHORT FILM FESTIVAL

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Accra Indie Filmfest (AiF) Selects 52 Short Films Representing 28

The Accra Indie Filmfest (AiF) returns with its 5th edition

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Accra Indie Filmfest Partners With Clermont-Ferrand International Short Film Festival

Accra Indie Filmfest partners with Clermont-Ferrand International Short Film Festival,