Program

Oscar Day
5 November 2022
11.00 AM - 7.00 PM
AFRIFF Oscar Day Outline:
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Oscars Student Academy Awards Forum
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Oscars International Film Awards Forum
Two special seminars on the behind-closed-doors selection and voting process of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts & Sciences (AMPAS), presented by long-time Executive Committee member and acclaimed filmmaker Lawrence David Foldes.
Followed by the Nigerian Premiere of Foldes’ award-winning feature ”Finding Home” with a post-screening Q&A on the making of the film. Register online a day before the scheduled events or onsite 2 hours prior, to gain access.
Opening Ceremony
6 November 2022
from 4.00 PM
AFRIFF Opening Films & Ceremony.
Screenings
7 November 2022
11.00 AM - 9.00 PM
Choose from a selection of over 50 movies to watch live and online including: feature length movies, shorts, documentaries from all across the world. Register online a day before the scheduled session or onsite 2 hours prior, to gain access.
Masterclasses & Workshops
7 - 11 November 2022
10.00 AM - 5.00 PM
A series of specialty masterclasses and workshops covering a wide arrays of topics including directing, screenwriting, producing, will be held at AFRIFF and led by high profile experts. Register online a day before the scheduled session or onsite 2 hours prior, to gain access.
Panel Discussions & Presentations
7 - 11 November 2022
12.00 PM - 3.00 PM
AFRIFF speakers will share their expert insights and perspective on various subjects including, representation, co-production, alternative film financing options, music in films, making a blockbuster and more. Register online a day before the scheduled session or onsite 2 hours prior, to gain access.
Fireside Chats
7 - 11 November 2022
4.00 PM - 5.30 PM
AFRIFF VVIP guests will be discussing their experience in the industry, their challenges, victories, current projects and aspirations. Register online a day before the scheduled session or onsite 2 hours prior, to gain access.
Country Presentations
7 - 11 November 2022
1.00 PM - 3.00 PM
AFRIFF Country Partners will offer a comprehensive insight into their filmmaking business. Attendees will get a better understanding of AFRIFF Country partners' co-production models, tax incentives, funding opportunities and more. Register online a day before the scheduled session or onsite 2 hours prior, to gain access.
Closing Film
11 November 2022
Evening time
AFRIFF closing film.
Globe Awards
12 November 2022
from 8.00 PM
AFRIFF Globe Awards is a closing event of the festival.