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| Location | Abidjan, Ivory Coast |
|---|---|
| Founded | September 2022 |
| Most recent | 2023 FIFE |
| Awards | Best Film, Best Director, Best Actor |
| No. of films | 2 |
| Language | French, English |
| Website | Official website |
The Festival International du Film Espoir (FIFE)[1] is an annual film festival held in Ivory Coast[2]. Founded in 2022 by Abdoulaye Bamba, the festival aims to promote African films[3] internationally while introducing international films to the African continent. It seeks to foster intercultural dialogue through cinema, addressing social and political themes such as human rights, peace, ecology, and the fight against racism.
History
editFirst Edition (2022)
editThe first edition of FIFE [4] took place in 2022, with screenings in several cities, including Abidjan[5], Washington, Paris[6], and Lille[7]. This festival featured films from various continents and highlighted issues such as racial discrimination and social inequalities. The festival was praised for its commitment to showcasing works that reflect contemporary challenges while providing a platform for emerging filmmakers[8].
Expansion and Second Edition (2023)
editIn 2023, FIFE expanded its reach by adding cities such as Bamako [9], Conakry[10], thereby strengthening its presence on the African continent. The festival continues to attract attention from the public and cinema professionals for its role in showcasing films with significant social and political content. This second edition helped solidify FIFE's reputation as a major event for engaged filmmakers and enthusiasts of socially relevant cinema[11]
Objectives and Vision
editFIFE[12] stands out for its mission to promote cinema that not only entertains but also educates and raises awareness. By highlighting works that address diverse themes such as human rights, social justice, and environmental preservation, the festival aims to be a catalyst for change through the cinematic arts.
Awards
editAmong the awards given at FIFE, the following are notable:
- Best Film
- Best Director
- Best Actor
These awards are intended to encourage and recognize talents who use cinema as a tool for reflection and social transformation.
References
edit- ^ https://www.afrik.com/cote-d-ivoire-france-le-premier-festival-international-du-film-d-espoir
- ^ https://baab.ci/evenements_baab/festival-international-du-film-espoir-2/
- ^ https://www.lhorizonafricain.com/fife-festival-international-du-film-espoir-trois-productions-cinematographiques-congolaises-nominees-a-la-deuxieme-edition/
- ^ https://konexionculture.com/cinema-fife-bamako-organise-sa-premiere-edition-avec-succes
- ^ https://www.afrik.com/cote-d-ivoire-ouverture-du-festival-du-film-espoir-au-dycoco
- ^ https://www.sudinfo.be/id747211/article/2023-11-18/le-festival-international-du-film-espoir-pour-trois-jours-liege
- ^ https://www.qu4tre.be/culture/festival/le-festival-du-film-espoir-se-deroulera-liege-du-29-novembre-au-1er-decembre/1517344
- ^ https://french.ahram.org.eg/News/37839.aspx
- ^ https://fuga.gouv.ml/fife-bamako-2023-la-deuxieme-edition-du-festival-international-du-film-espoir/
- ^ https://mosaiqueguinee.com/2023/02/cinema-abdallah-konate-annonce-les-couleurs-du-festival-international-du-film-espoir-fife-guinee/
- ^ https://senego.com/cote-divoire-lancement-du-festival-international-du-film-espoir-a-abidjan-une-convergence-entre-humour-et-cinema_1601361.html
- ^ https://www.jds.fr/spectacles/cinema/festival-international-du-film-espoir-286493_A
External Links
editCategory:Film festivals Category:Festivals established in 2022 Category:African cinema