AFRICA / ART

Contemporary African Art through a Different Lens

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In the past decade, contemporary African art has moved from the margins to the global stage, with London’s 1:54 art fair playing a pivotal role in that shift. From the hyperreal portraits of Nigeria’s Ayogu Kingsley to the mystical, myth-infused visions of Brazil’s Gustavo Nazareno, and the deeply personal, multidisciplinary work of Moses Quiquine, artists from Africa and the diaspora are redefining what global contemporary art looks like. Once dismissed by critics like the late Brian Sewell, Black art now commands centre stage, with even institutions like Tate Modern celebrating its brilliance. This is a new era—bold, spiritual, unapologetically complex—and, above all, undeniable.

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CINEMA

Toronto International Film Festival

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The 2022 Toronto International Film Festival reaffirms its status as the industry’s most commercially influential showcase, spotlighting powerful stories from around the globe. From the absurdist Ukrainian road trip Luxembourg, Luxembourg to the solemn resilience of Liturgy of Anti-Tank Obstacles and the profound cultural tragedy of Elesin Oba, TIFF once again proves that cinema remains a vital lens through which to understand a changing world.

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AFRICA / CINEMA

Africa Finds its Cinematic Voice

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Join the journey of African cinema as it emerges and showcases the vibrant voices and cultures of the continent today.

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AFRICA / CINEMA

A Lagos State of Mind…

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A British screenwriter’s vivid, humorous and deeply human account of his first journey to Lagos — from chaotic traffic and vibrant culture to Nollywood creativity, unforgettable food and the electric spirit of Nigeria’s largest city.

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