PASS in Paris: Andy Amadi Okoroafor
In his own words, Andy Amadi Okoroafor works with images. Whether for his magazine, exhibitions, fashion, film, books, or other goings-on envisioned in his ClamLab, he is known for a distinct striking style.
Clam Magazine has been published since 1999 putting out two copies a year. As a director, Okoroafor’s debut feature film, Relentless, was released in 2010 and he has also created music videos for Bantu and Nneka among others.
For the PASS pop-up in Paris happenings, Okoroafor will translate his imagery onto the radio-waves for a live version of ClamLab.
PASS in Paris: Mwezé Ngangura
Born in Bukavu, Mwezé Ngangura is something of a veteran in Congolese filmmaking. His two short films, Tamtam électronique (1973) and Rhythm and Blood (1975) were made while studying in Belgium then on his return to DRC (then Zaire) he became a college lecturer and also made many television documentaries. These documentaries offer a wide angle on life in Kinshasa, including a portrait of the painter Chéri Samba. Ngangura will reunite with Chéri Samba at our PASS pop-up in Paris to discuss Congolese cinema with …
PASS in Paris: Jean-Pierre Bekolo
From lesbian vampire sci-fi flicks to alternative tips for how to mine the continent, Jean-Pierre Bekolo is a unique voice in 21st century cinema. He is the author of titles including Quartier Mozart (1992), Le complot d’Aristotle (1996), Les Saignantes (2005), and Mudimbe’s Things and Words (2015). Bekolo lives and works in Yaounde. Many of his films and more are available to watch via Bekolo’s Kino TV channel. His movements can also be followed via bekolopress.wordpress.com. During the PASS pop-up in Paris, Bekolo will sit with director Mwezé …
Helmie Bellini avec Phil Hilfiker & Hilaire Penda
“Let’s go to Congo, let’s go to Congo, let’s go to Congo…” More on Helmie Bellini and her Kongo Square project here.
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Tags: Congo, Congolese Sounds, Helmie Bellini, PASS Paris
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PASS in Paris programme
Philip Tabane & Malombo Live
Thandiswa Trio Live
Listen to Thandiswa’s Saturday afternoon set, recorded live at the Guga S;Thebe Centre, Langa on October 2. [display_podcast]
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Kyle Shepherd Live
Listen to the jazz pianist and composer’s trio set, recorded live at St. George’s Cathedral on September 30. [Apologies: as per the artist’s request, this audio stream is no longer available] He may only be 23 years old, but Kyle Shepherd’s music displays a timelessness that belies his age and challenges musical dichotomies. A skilled jazz composer, bandleader and pianist, he roots his sound in unique rhythms, harmonies and melodic devices of Cape Town and South Africa. But he’s unafraid …