Call for Films AM-FM 2025

Call Deadline: May 31, 2025

Attention all Canadian and international filmmakers of African descent or those whose films explore African themes! We invite you to submit your films to the African Movie Festival in Manitoba. This is your chance to share your vision, creativity, and unique perspective with a diverse audience of film enthusiasts, industry professionals, and cultural influencers. We accept full feature, medium length, and short films of all genres, so do not hesitate to submit your masterpiece, no matter the length or style.

After you submit your film, our expert jury will review your work and notify you of the outcome. Successful applicants will have their films screened at the festival, and have the chance to connect with fellow filmmakers, industry insiders, and movie lovers alike.

Ready to submit your film to the African Movie Festival in Manitoba? Click the “Submit Film” button to get started and share your unique vision with our audience! We can’t wait to see what you have in store for us and to share your work with the world!

Application Requirements

• All applicants must agree to the rules and regulations
• Application Deadline is: May 31, 2025

We can’t wait to share this exciting experience with you!

Manitoba Gaze

The African Movie Festival in Manitoba (AM-FM) and The 48 proudly present ‘Manitoba GAZE,’ an exhibition of films spotlighting the universal creative spirit within our province. ‘GAZE’ showcases resonant artistic expressions born in Manitoba. This initiative aims to bridge the legacy film community with the vibrant African diaspora to foster a mutual exchange of thought, and celebrate our shared passion for film.

This program features films (8 minutes or less) produced within the last two years, by current Manitoba residents. While respecting artistic expression, we prohibit hate speech, discriminatory content and exploitative depictions of violence. Films may contain mature themes and content intended for adult audiences; viewer discretion is advised.

Films in all languages are welcome. To ensure accessibility and facilitate cultural exchange, English or French subtitles are encouraged for selected films (if you do not have subtitles we will give you time to prepare). We embrace all film genres, from documentary and animation to narrative and experimental works, celebrating an array of arts practice and voices across Manitoba. We invite you to lend your voice to the AM-FM, to enrich the cultural tapestry of Manitoba’s cinematic landscape

Application Deadline: 11:59pm, May 20, 2025

Date: September 18, 2025
Venue: Winnipeg Art Gallery
Competition & Prizes: All submitted films will compete for awards at the festival!
Who Can Submit?: Open to ALL filmmakers in Manitoba!

Application Requirements:
All applicants must agree to the rules and regulations
Click the “Submit Manitoba Film” button to register your film. All required fields must be completed.

Welcome to the African Movie Festival in Manitoba, the premier event celebrating the best of African cinema! Get ready to immerse yourself in a thrilling cinematic experience like no other, as we showcase the finest films from across the African continent, as well as from Africans in Canada, the USA, Europe, and beyond.

Our fall event promises to be a captivating and unforgettable celebration of black culture and artistry. In addition to screening outstanding films, the festival also hosts a symposium featuring keynote speakers and panelists who share their insights on black cinema, its impact on society, and its role in shaping culture.

At the African Movie Festival in Manitoba, you will be transported on a journey of discovery, as you witness the diversity, richness, and creativity of African cinema. From powerful dramas to heartwarming comedies, from thought-provoking documentaries to experimental films, our festival offers a range of genres and styles that will leave you inspired, enlightened, and entertained.

Join us for an unforgettable celebration of African cinema and culture at the African Movie Festival in Manitoba. We can’t wait to share this exciting experience with you!

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