When a lunar eclipse stops her late-night letter exchanges, 12-year-old astronomer Gugu must find a way to reconnect with her beloved Gogo (grandmother) who lives far away in Zimbabwe.
Drama, 2022, Australia
Discover the diverse tapestry of African tales across continents in gripping short films.
From Africa, France, and Australia, dive into the poignant stories of Africans as they navigate the challenges and triumphs of identity, heritage, and reconnection in a series of compelling short films.
Q&A With the Filmmakers
Following the screening will be a Q&A session with local and international filmmakers.
Gugu naGogo
So Much Smoke
Daughter of the Nile
Ubuntu
Self
We Are Griots
(Nous Les Griots)
Warya
Alkebulan
Short Film Program
Gugu naGogo
So Much Smoke
John, a grieving man searching for love after the loss of his mother, replies to an ad from a woman wanting to meet a companion. He discovers the dating world can be brutal, but when he meets Belinda, John finds they share more than just a connection.
Drama, 2023, Australia
Daughter of the Nile
Akelo Costa, a writer and poet from South Sudan, makes her debut into the world of filmmaking with ‘Daughter of the Nile’. Incorporating her poetry as the driving narrative, Akelo invites the viewer into her safe space, sharing her memories from childhood to her adolescent years, exploring the intersectionality of identity and culture.
Avant-Garde, Australia
Ubuntu, The baobab tree story
‘Ubuntu’ means humanity in the Xhosa language of South Africa: “I am because we are.”. In this short documentary, a group of school children defy their teachers instructions to compete, demonstrating a universal bond of sharing that connects all humanity.
Documentary, 2024, South Africa
Self
A wooden doll who desperately wants to fit in makes an ill-fated wish upon a star, sparking a journey of self discovery. Her desire to blend in with her peers leads her down a harmful path, challenging her perspective of both who she is and where she belongs.
Animation, 2024, USA
We Are Griots (Nous Les Griots)
Daouda is a father from Senegal living with his family in France. His eldest son Malik wants to marry Mariama, so a family meeting is organised around a meal. However, Daouda discovers to his dismay that the two families are from two vastly different social castes: he is a Griot, while Mariana’s family is noble.
Drama, 2023, France
Warya
In the drought-ridden village of Garlogoobe, Somalia, lies the heartwarming tale of ‘Warya’. This mockumentary-style short film follows the spirited young boy Hamza on a mission to retrieve his stolen Fanta.
Mockumentary, 2024, Somalia
Alkebulan
The journey of African men reconnecting with their ancestral roots, told through vivid storytelling and evocative cinematography. ‘Alkebulan’ explores the multifaceted perspectives through which Black men are perceived, from the lens of history, cultural identity, and contemporary society, navigating the complexities of their experiences, struggles, and triumphs.
Avant-Garde, 2023 Australia
ACCESSIBILITY Content
Various languages with some subtitles
Wheelchair accessible
Companion Card accepted
Assistive Hearing system available (FM)
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