Namibia Cinema: Colonial Roots to Rising Voices

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The African Cinema Podcast

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Let's talk about African cinema. The who's who and what's what of African Cinema, all delivered by those that have worked with them, studied them and lived through them.

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Let's talk about African cinema. The who's who and what's what of African Cinema, all delivered by those that have worked with them, studied them and lived through them.

TV & Film

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Namibia Cinema: Colonial Roots to Rising Voices

The African Cinema Podcast

8 minutes 5 seconds

1 month ago

Namibia Cinema: Colonial Roots to Rising Voices

Namibia’s film journey runs from colonial screens to today’s vibrant, independent voice. This week we trace more than a century of change, showing how cinema moved from outside perspectives to Indigenous storytelling and local creators shaping the industry.

The future of Namibian cinema looks promising despite challenges. Emerging filmmakers are embracing new technologies and storytelling approaches. There’s growing interest in preserving Indigenous stories and pursuing international co-productions.

The Namibia Film Commission continues supporting local talent through grants and training programs, while the Windhoek Film Festival cements Namibia as a regional hub. As commercial viability remains a hurdle,increasing production quality and regional links point to a positive path forward.

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