×
App Icon
The Standard e-Paper
Read Offline Anywhere
★★★★ - on Play Store
Download Now

Topic: Film

Vuka: Student filmmakers shine at three-day showcase of African cinema, innovation

By Molly Chebet   2026-06-07 11:23:29

The Vuka Film Festival at UON showcased 70 student films on climate and culture, awarded top filmmakers, and launched the Africa Media Innovation Lab to support emerging African storytellers.

Kyamwilu: Machakos' famous gravity-defying hill inspires new feature film

By Anjellah Owino   2026-06-07 10:31:03

Kyamwilù is an upcoming Akambawood vernacular feature film inspired by Machakos' gravity-defying Kyamwilu Hill that follows the dramatic, folklore-infused rivalry between twin brothers torn apart.

Kyamwilu film brings Kamba folklore to life through twin rivalry and forbidden love

By Anjellah Owino   2026-06-04 16:12:08

Kyamwilù, a Kamba vernacular film by Akambawood, explores twin brothers Kyalo and Mwilu caught in love, jealousy and betrayal, blending folklore, culture and family conflict ahead of its premiere.

KFCB issues final warning to filmmakers as compliance deadline expires

By Manuel Ntoyai   2026-06-03 15:09:58

The regulator said it had observed with concern that many filmmakers have been unable to commercially benefit from their productions or showcase them at film festivals due to non-compliance.

African Film Press joins Locarno Open Doors as award partner

By Boniface Mithika   2026-06-03 09:54:15

African Film Press has joined Locarno Open Doors as an award partner, introducing the AFP Critics Prize to support emerging African filmmakers at the 2026 programme.

Veteran filmmaker Judy Kibinge honoured with second lifetime achievement award

By Manuel Ntoyai   2026-06-03 12:40:05

The recognition marks Kibinge's second major lifetime achievement honour, further cementing her status as one of Africa's most influential creative and cultural leaders.