Apostles of Cinema (2023)

Apostles of Cinema (2023) poster

Apostles of Cinema follows Frank, DJ Black, and Rehema — three devoted film workers in Tanzania — as they reintroduce a classic piece of the country’s film history to their audiences of working class cinephiles. We join them, alongside Maangamizi: The Ancient One (2001), on a journey through the labyrinth of informal libraries, studios, and cinemas that exist to keep film and film culture alive. A testament to the profound cultural value of film when made truly accessible.

Director: Gertrude Malizana, Darragh Amelia, Cece Mlay, Jesse Gerard Mpango
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 17 min
Release Date:
Country: Tanzania
Language: Kiswahili
Original Language: sw

Keywords

film preservation, diy, video piracy, video dj

More Films by Director: Gertrude Malizana, Darragh Amelia, Cece Mlay, Jesse Gerard Mpango
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Apostles of Cinema about?
Apostles of Cinema follows Frank, DJ Black, and Rehema — three devoted film workers in Tanzania — as they reintroduce a classic piece of the country’s film history to their audiences of working class cinephiles. We join them, alongside Maangamizi: The Ancient One (2001), on a journey through the labyrinth of informal libraries, studios, and cinemas that exist to keep film and film culture alive. A testament to the profound cultural value of film when made truly accessible.
Who directed Apostles of Cinema?
Apostles of Cinema was directed by Gertrude Malizana, Darragh Amelia, Cece Mlay, Jesse Gerard Mpango.
How long is Apostles of Cinema?
Apostles of Cinema has a runtime of 17m (17 minutes).
What genre is Apostles of Cinema?
Apostles of Cinema is a Documentary film.
Where was Apostles of Cinema produced?
Apostles of Cinema was produced in Tanzania.