The desert doesn’t just test your lens, it tests your silence, feels like capturing time itself. Every frame, a whisper of wind. Every dune, a memory.
📍 Somewhere between Atar and infinity
#FilmmakerJourney #Mauritania #DesertDiaries #BehindTheLens #CinematicAfrica #DesertWhispers #VisualPoetry #africanstories
Don Edkins states the difference in culture between Anglophone and Francophone documentary filmmaking, exemplified through projects like Generation Africa, lies in strengthening the documentary filmmaking community’s ability to secure funding and create films independently. This support helps filmmakers gain international experience, reach broader audiences, and build networks. Various elements need to be in place to facilitate this, enabling producers and filmmakers to find collaborators, and co-producers, and build their networks collectively.
Additionally, being aware of and adapting to changes in available funding is crucial. Funding opportunities constantly evolve, requiring filmmakers to stay informed about these shifts, understand the reasons behind them, and identify new opportunities. Flexibility and awareness of the funding landscape are essential to address these changes effectively.
Photo Dump: A visual odyssey through islands embraced by azure oceans, traversing golden moments under the canvas of breathtaking sunsets, sailing the tranquil waters on picturesque boats.
One picture at a time, each frame captures the essence of diverse landscapes and the beauty they bestow. #WanderlustChronicles #TravelDiversity #maxzymedia
Photo Dump: A visual odyssey through islands embraced by azure oceans, traversing golden moments under the canvas of breathtaking sunsets, sailing the tranquil waters on picturesque boats.
One picture at a time, each frame captures the essence of diverse landscapes and the beauty they bestow. #WanderlustChronicles #TravelDiversity #maxzymedia
Trailer | Business As Usual | Chinedum Iregbu | Nigeria, Mauritania |
In the footsteps of the traffickers in Mauritania who profit from poverty. They organize crossings to take west Africans to Europe. Are they helping these people on a dangerous journey or are they the heirs of the slave traders of the 16th century, at the time of the transatlantic slave trade?
Link in bio to watch the film and also for more info.
#africa #dwdocumentary #documentaryfilm #documentaryphotography #documentary #filmmaker #migration #iregularmigration #mauritania #nigeria #lagos
‘Business as Usual’ is now now live of Afridocs.
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From the comment section!
It’s always a thing of joy when you find out that your work of art is loved, appreciated and enjoyed.
Often times, we hear or read in the news about the death ls in the Mediterranean, ‘Business as Usual’ seeks to enlighten people on the dangers of using these dangerous routes.
