AFRIK INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL
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About Us
The AFRIK INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL is an annual event dedicated to promoting the richness of African cinema and showcasing the continent’s creative potential to the world.
Set in the heart of Port Harcourt, Nigeria’s Garden City, AIFF provides a dynamic platform for filmmakers, producers, distributors, and enthusiasts to connect, collaborate, and celebrate African narratives.
- Venue: Wimpro film academy, Off road 2, oroazi, GRA, Rumueme, Port Harcourt, Rivers State.
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What To Expect
At the Afrik International Film Festival, attendees can look forward to a rich, inspiring, and immersive festival experience that combines cinema, culture, and global networking opportunities. Whether you’re a filmmaker, industry executive, student, or film lover, AIFF offers something specially crafted for you.
300+ Filmmakers & Creators
From visionary directors to breakthrough storytellers, explore a universe of African cinema. Our filmmakers enjoy global exposure, powerful networking opportunities, and direct connections with audiences and distributors.
6 Master Filmmakers
Experience live masterclasses, exclusive screenings, and interactive Q&A sessions with some of Africa’s most celebrated directors and producers. They’ll share insights, challenges, and personal journeys that define modern African filmmaking.
Festival Stages
Feel the rhythm where film meets performance. From red-carpet premieres to live concerts, spoken word, and theatrical showcases the AIFF stages bring stories to life through sound, dance, and motion.
A Celebration of Culture
Immerse yourself in the sights, sounds, and soul of Africa. Enjoy cultural showcases, fashion exhibitions, traditional performances, and storytelling sessions that capture the spirit of the continent.
Advanced Screenwriting for the African Market
- High–concept storytelling
- Genre mastery: action, horror, thriller, epic, noir
- Writing culturally authentic, export-ready stories
- Character arcs that travel internationally
- Writing with budget, locations and production realities in mind
Directing Actors & Performance Psychology
- Techniques for layered performances
- Guiding actors through emotional and intense scenes
- Working with first-time actors or mixed-level casts
- Building trust, motivation, and on-set chemistry
- Adjusting performances for different camera setups
Production Design & World Building (VERY CRITICAL)
- Creating believable worlds within Nigerian budgets
- Designing sets for period films, epics, horror, and high-end drama
- Props, costume, colour psychology & visual motifs
- Art department management
- Transforming ordinary locations into cinematic environments
- Continuity within design (dressing rooms, props, weather, damage, blood, etc.)
Ultimate celebrations of African
The Afrik International Film Festival (AIFF) is more than just a film showcase — it’s a vibrant celebration of African storytelling, culture, and creativity. As one of the fastest-growing film festivals on the continent, AIFF unites filmmakers, industry professionals, and passionate audiences for an unforgettable experience.
Connect. Discover. Celebrate Cinema.
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Be part of the Afrik International Film Festival movement.
Submit your film, register as a participant, or get involved as a volunteer or partner.