6 Films to See at Festival Views of Africa
- Montreal – The 41st International Film Festival Views of Africa commenced Thursday at the Cinema du Parc, showcasing 86 productions from 32 countries.The festival runs through April 13.
- The festival opened with Here and There, a comedy directed by Ludovic Bernard.
- Sékou's boss requires him to travel to meet clients, leaving him no choice but to bring Adrien along on a Tour de France, leading to unexpected situations.
Montreal’s Cinema du parc Hosts 41st International Film Festival Views of Africa
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Montreal – The 41st International Film Festival Views of Africa commenced Thursday at the Cinema du Parc, showcasing 86 productions from 32 countries.The festival runs through April 13.
Featured Films
Here and There (france)
The festival opened with Here and There, a comedy directed by Ludovic Bernard. The film stars Hakim jemili as Adrien, a Frenchman who has resided in Senegal for 15 years. Due to a visa issue, he returns to France and encounters Sékou (Ahmed Sylla), a distant cousin of his wife and a commercial representative in Paris.
Sékou’s boss requires him to travel to meet clients, leaving him no choice but to bring Adrien along on a Tour de France, leading to unexpected situations.
Screening: April 3, 5:30 p.m. at the Cinema du Parc.
Forgotten Kills Twice (Haiti)
Forgotten Kills Twice, a documentary by Pierre michel Jean, explores the shared yet troubled history of the Dominican Republic and Haiti on Quisqueya Island. The film focuses on the 1937 massacre of Haitians,also known as the Parsley Massacre.
Between Oct. 2 and 8, 1937, Dominican dictator Rafael Leonidas Trujillo ordered the massacre of more than 20,000 Haitian immigrants living in the Dominican Republic, many of whom worked in sugar cane fields.
Jean collaborated with director daphné Ménard,who gathered testimonies from actors on both sides of the island to address the repercussions of this concealed genocide.
Screening: April 6, 3:15 p.m. at the Cinema du Parc.
The Man Who Planted Baobabs (Burkina Faso)
Michel K. Zongo’s documentary, The Man
Montreal’s Cinema du Parc Hosts 41st International Film Festival Views of Africa
Welcome to a closer look at the 41st International Film Festival Views of Africa, hosted by Montreal’s Cinema du Parc! This festival, which began on Thursday, showcases an notable lineup of 86 productions from 32 countries. Let’s dive into the highlights!
Frequently Asked Questions about the Festival
What is the International Film Festival Views of Africa?
The International Film Festival Views of Africa is an annual event held in Montreal at the Cinema du Parc, dedicated to showcasing films from across the African continent and its diaspora. This year marks its 41st edition, with screenings running through April 13th.
Where is the festival held?
The festival takes place at the Cinema du Parc in Montreal.
How many films are being shown at the festival?
The festival features a total of 86 productions.
When does the festival run?
The festival began on Thursday and runs through April 13th.
Featured Films: A Glimpse into the Lineup
What are some of the featured films at the festival?
Here’s a look at a few of the notable films:
Here and There (France)
This opening film is a comedy directed by Ludovic Bernard. The film stars Hakim Jemili as adrien, a Frenchman who has lived in senegal for 15 years. Due to a visa issue, he returns to France and encounters Sékou (Ahmed Sylla), a relative of his wife. Sékou, a commercial representative, needs to travel and is forced to bring Adrien along, leading to amusing situations.
Screening: April 3, 5:30 p.m. at the Cinema du Parc.
Forgotten Kills Twice (Haiti)
A documentary by Pierre Michel Jean that explores the complex history between the Dominican Republic and Haiti. The film focuses on the 1937 massacre of Haitians, also known as the Parsley Massacre. The film features the collaboration of director Daphné Ménard,gathering testimonies.
Screening: April 6, 3:15 p.m. at the Cinema du Parc.
The Man Who Planted Baobabs (Burkina Faso)
Michel K. Zongo’s documentary…
Key Details at a Glance
Here’s a quick overview of the films available from the content:
| Film Title | Country of Origin | Director |
|---|---|---|
| Here and There | France | Ludovic Bernard |
| Forgotten Kills Twice | Haiti | Pierre Michel Jean |
| The Man Who Planted Baobabs | Burkina Faso | Michel K. Zongo |
How can I attend these screenings?
For information on tickets and showtimes, please visit the Cinema du parc website.
Enjoy the festival!