DFMI Business Lab Participants Announcement

After receiving a record number of applications for the 3rd edition of the DFMI Business lab, the Durban FilmMart Institute is pleased to announce 35 participants from 22 countries across the continent. The selected participants will undergo a 12-week business development programme, aimed at nurturing and empowering producers with the necessary skills to effectively engage […]

Announcements made at Durban FilmMart 2023

The 14th edition of the Durban FilmMart (DFM) came to a close a few weeks ago. This premier film industry event in Africa took place from July 21 – 24 July 2023, as a successful 4-day physical gathering in Durban, following the theme of African Constellations. Film professionals and filmmakers from Africa and around the […]

 Durban FilmMart Announces Award Winners for 2023 Projects

Award Winners for 2023 Projects The 14th edition of the Durban FilmMart (DFM) has concluded, culminating in the announcement of the 2023 DFM Awards on Monday 24 July. The highly successful premier film industry event in Africa, which took place from 21 – 24 July 2023, returned as a 4-day physical gathering in Durban under […]

NEFTI AFRICA COMPETITION With AFRICAN BANK & DURBAN FILMMART – AWARD WINNERS RELEASE

NEFT Vodka In Collaboration With African Bank And Durban FilmMart Announce N.E.F.T.I. AFRICA Competition Award Winners At Durban FilmMart Event 22 July 2023 Three Top Films Screened At DFM Judges Acclaimed Actress Vivica A Fox, Academy and Tony Award winning producer Bruce Cohen, and President of Post Production 21st Century Fox/Disney Ted Gagliano – as well as the […]

CANEX (AFREXIMBANK) DEAL ROOM ATDURBAN FILMMART 2023

GENERAL INFORMATION                                                                      Given the relevance and opportunities provided by the creative economy as a key driver for development and job creation, […]

Durban FilmMart and the National Film and Video Foundation Join Forces to Foster Collaboration and Co-Production Opportunities at DFM 2023

The Durban FilmMart (DFM) and the National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) are pleased to announce their collaboration in hosting the CoProduction Corner at DFM 2023, taking place in person from July 21 to 24 in Durban. The CoProduction Corner will offer a series of informative sessions and networking opportunities designed to connect filmmakers seeking […]

DFMI Announces Streamers and Platforms Participating at DFM 2023

The Durban FilmMart Institute (DFMI) is delighted to unveil the line-up of platforms and streamers participating in the highly anticipated 2023 DFM Industry Programme. Embarking on its 14th edition, DFM runs from 21 – 24 July, embracing the theme African Constellations to celebrate the remarkable talent of the African film industry. This year’s DFM will […]

Durban FilmMart Institute Announces Animation Highlights at DFM 2023

The Durban FilmMart Institute (DFMI) once again puts animation in the spotlight at Durban FilmMart (DFM) 2023, taking place from 21 – 24 July, under the programme theme African Constellations. This is the third year of concentrated inclusion of animation in the Industry Programme with the Animation@DFM strand, alongside the showcase of 8 animation projects […]

Durban FilmMart Institute Announces New Board of Directors 

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Durban FilmMart Institute (DFMI) is delighted to announce the appointment of its new Board of Directors. The Board plays a vital role in guiding the strategic direction, fostering growth and ensuring the continued success of the Durban FilmMart Institute in advancing its mandate to facilitate local and international trade and investment in African film content.  […]

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