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Green Film Festival (GFF) Accra. Uniting cinema & sustainability

14/11/2024

🌿🚴‍♀️ , led by , celebrated the innovative efforts of participants who showcased their vision for Accra’s cycling potential.

The finalists inspired with their creativity and purpose, presenting stories that spark and mapping out strategies to make the city more bike-friendly and .

Congratulations to our outstanding awardees! Your contributions not only highlight the possibilities for a , healthier Accra but also inspire action toward a future where plays a central role in urban mobility and sustainability.

13/11/2024

📺🌿Our Movies in the Park offered an unforgettable experience where storytelling and nature merged seamlessly.

Set against the stunning backdrop of the eco-themed park, attendees gathered to enjoy a curated selection of films that addressed critical issues such as biodiversity, climate change, and sustainable living.

From thought-provoking documentaries to inspiring short films, our lineup delivered powerful narratives of hope and resilience, reflecting the festival’s commitment to climate action through creativity.

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13/11/2024

🌿🗺️The Visualizing Change: Harnessing Storytelling for Climate Action panel was a powerful testament to the role of in driving environmental change, leaving attendees inspired to harness their own voices and crafts for a sustainable future.

Featuring an incredible lineup of creative industry leaders, including (Photographer), (Filmmaker), (Animator), and (Actress and Filmmaker), the panel explored how visual storytelling can tackle climate challenges and inspire action.

The discussion delved into the intersection of art and climate advocacy, highlighting the impact of photography, film, and animation in capturing the realities of change.

Panelists shared personal insights on how their work raises awareness, influences public perception, and mobilizes communities toward sustainability.

At the heart of the conversation was the festival’s mission to amplify climate narratives, fostering public awareness and empowering individuals to contribute to meaningful solution.

The session demonstrated the immense potential of storytelling to inspire collective action, solidifying the Green Film Festival as a vital platform for creativity and sustainability.

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13/11/2024

📺🌿The Green Film Festival, Accra 2024, was centered around the transformative potential of film and visual arts to provoke urgent action on near-term climate crises.

Africa, particularly Ghana, experienced the devastating effects of climate change—from rising temperatures and erratic rainfall to coastal erosion and loss of biodiversity.

Despite these escalating challenges, public awareness and action remained inadequate.
In this context, visual storytelling served as an accessible and impactful tool to communicate the complexities of climate change to diverse audiences.

Visual stories transcended cultural and linguistic barriers, making climate issues relatable and inspiring change across different sectors of society.

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11/11/2024

🎉📽️Our opening ceremony wasn’t just an event—it was a platform for collaboration. With ample networking opportunities, filmmakers, environmental advocates, and creatives connected to share ideas and explore partnerships.

The vibrant atmosphere set the tone for the festival, proving that even the smallest actions—like sharing a meal—can spark conversations that drive climate action.

Thanks for being an integral part Of the Celebration! 🎉

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11/11/2024

🌿📽️Keynote speakers at our opening ceremony shared powerful messages about the transformative power of storytelling and film in tackling climate challenges.

Our special guest of honor () captivated the audience with their profound insights on the intersection of creativity and sustainability, inspiring us all to reimagine what’s possible for our planet.

Esteemed partners were also celebrated for their pivotal contributions to making the festival a success.

Green Film Festival - Where Stories Spark Change 🌏

11/11/2024

📽️🌿 Our opening ceremony offered an unforgettable fine-dining experience, seamlessly blending with the art of storytelling.

Guests witnessed a live cooking demonstration that highlighted eco-friendly culinary practices, using local ingredients to emphasize the role of sustainable food systems in combating change.

The evening celebrated the power of food and creativity to inspire meaningful action for a better planet.

11/11/2024

📽️🌿Continuing the momentum of the Green Film Festival, Accra, participants engaged in the final Masterclass

🎨The Role of Local Media in Amplifying Grassroots Climate Solutions.

This session explored how media professionals and climate advocates can collaborate to spotlight grassroots climate challenges and solutions in vulnerable communities. Through interactive discussions and real-world case studies, attendees learned the art of crafting narratives that resonate locally while addressing global issues.

The Masterclass emphasized the power of local media as a tool for mobilizing public support, influencing policy, and driving action. Participants left equipped with practical techniques to tell impactful stories that inspire change, highlighting the essential role of local voices in the fight against climate change.

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11/11/2024

🌿📽️ 🎨 Following the kickoff of the Green Film Festival, Accra, participants immersed themselves in two transformative Masterclasses that emphasized the power of storytelling through photography and film.

Karl Ziegler () session assisted by highlighted how photography can document the harmony of nature to show what’s at stake—not just what’s being lost—and how images can serve as evidence of the gradual depletion of the green. Photography, he emphasized, should be a medium for soft advocacy, bearing witness to the shared challenges and beauty of our planet.

Theo de Rosé () guided participants through the realities of filmmaking, bridging the gap between theoretical learning and hands-on practice. He encouraged attendees to document, preserve, and tell stories that move beyond awareness into understanding, emphasizing that climate photography and film are not just about beauty but about bearing witness to critical environmental truths.

Both Masterclasses reinforced the idea that storytelling—whether through the lens of a camera or a film reel—has the power to inspire action, advocate for sustainability, and preserve the stories of our planet. Attendees left inspired to use their craft to catalyze change and amplify the call for climate action.

🎥 Key Lessons in Storytelling and Photography
🎥 A good storyteller sees the unseen and captures what others overlook.
🎥 Photographs should provoke thought, inspire dialogue, and show the beauty worth saving.
🎥 Every frame should evoke a sense of responsibility and a quiet urgency for change.
🎥 Photography for climate action is about taking a stand without saying a word.
🎥 The camera doesn’t lie, so use it to tell the story of truth in every forest, river, and mountain.

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06/11/2024

🌿Green Film Festival - Climate Resilient Culinary Experience🧆🍽️

We had the unique opportunity to share a climate-resilient culinary recipe that embodies the spirit of and .🍴

This recipe, featured during an exclusive live dining experience, created a memorable and interactive moment for our guests. The feedback we’ve received so far has been inspiring, sparking meaningful conversations about how our systems can adapt to a changing while preserving cultural heritage.

We urge our audience to practice these climate-resilient techniques and make sustainable food choices part of their everyday lives.

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31/10/2024

🎬 Presenting the Trailer for Our Best Animation Film Winner: L'Animal Sauce Ail 🌍

We’re excited to share the trailer for L'Animal Sauce Ail winner of the Best Animation Film Award at the Green Film Festival, Accra 2024! Directed by Ysaline Debut, Isa Cotte, Aurélien Duchez, Camille Rostan, Clément Mouchel, and Diane Mazella.

This animated film provides a satirical yet poignant look at environmental degradation in the remote village of Gooseville.
Here, residents overexploit every resource they cultivate, as seen through low-budget homemade TV shows featuring ads, teleshopping, and more, capturing the downward spiral of a community driven by unsustainable practices.

Watch the trailer and discover how "L'Animal Sauce Ail" creatively tells a powerful story of conservation and self-awareness, reminding us of our role in preserving the planet.

31/10/2024

📽️🏅Announcing the Green Film Festival Accra 2024 - Award Winners! 🌍

🏆 Our Best Animation Film Award Goes to - L’Animal Sauce Ail directed by Isa Cotte, , Aurélien Duchez, Diane Mazella, Clément Mouchel and Camille Rostan

Disclaimer ⚠️: After a thorough review process of all submissions, the award winners for the inaugural Green Film Festival have been selected based on their creativity, impact and alignment with our theme, Stories Spark Change.

Congratulations to the creators of "L'Animal Sauce Ali" for winning the Best Animation Film Award! Directed by a multitalented graduate team lead by Ysaline Debut and produced by Rubika – L’École des Talents de la Création Numérique, this exceptional animated film beautifully explores themes of environmental conservation through a unique cultural lens, dynamically blending compelling storytelling with striking visuals.

"L'Animal Sauce Ail" not only captivates viewers but also encourages reflection on our responsibility to protect the natural world and question our consumption.

Thank you for inspiring awareness and action through animation and contributing to a more sustainable future.

31/10/2024

🎬 Trailer for the Best Short Film Winner: "I Am More Dangerous Dead" 🌍

We are proud to share the trailer for "I Am More Dangerous Dead," winner of the Environmental Impact and Best Short Film Award at the Green Film Festival, Accra 2024.

This unflinching documentary short chronicles the powerful story of Ken Saro Wiwa, a celebrated Nigerian writer and environmental activist, whose fight for justice against oil exploitation in his native Ogoni land came at a tragic personal cost.

Through a tapestry of archival footage, reenactments, and intimate interviews with those closest to Ken, including a moving conversation with his youngest surviving son, the film exposes the harsh realities of environmental racism and demands accountability from Big Oil.

Infused with Ken’s evocative poetry, "I Am More Dangerous Dead" is both a heart-wrenching account of injustice and a testament to the strength of one man’s devotion to his people and principles.

Would you sacrifice your life for what you believe in?
Watch the trailer for a glimpse into a story that continues to inspire change.

31/10/2024

🏅Announcing the Green Film Festival Accra 2024 - Award Winners! 🌍

Disclaimer ⚠️: After a thorough review process of all submissions, the award winners for the inaugural Green Film Festival have been selected based on their creativity, impact and alignment with our theme, Stories Spark Change.

🏆 Best Short Film Award Goes to - I Am More Dangerous Dead directed by

Congratulations to short film director Majiye Uchibeke for his outstanding work in creating a powerful and concise film that addresses environmental degradation, social and economic justice with clarity and creativity.

This film captures the essence of climate action, environmental remediation and sustainability whilst delivering a message that resonates long after viewing and motivates audiences to join the mission against ecocide.

Thank you for your incredible contribution to a clean and sustainable future!

31/10/2024

📽️🏅Announcing the Green Film Festival Accra 2024 - Award Winners! 🌍

Disclaimer ⚠️: After a thorough review process of all submissions, the award winners for the inaugural Green Film Festival have been selected based on their creativity, impact and alignment with our theme, Stories Spark Change.

🏆Our Best Documentary Award Goes to - Change Makers directed by Simone Kisiel

Congratulations to director Simone Kisiel and the entire magicdogmovies behind "Change Makers” for winning the Best Documentary Award!
This powerful documentary shines a spotlight on individuals and communities committed to driving environmental change. Through impactful interviews and on-the-ground footage, "Change Makers" reveals the strength and dedication of those leading the fight for a sustainable future.

Thank you for bringing these inspiring stories to life and reminding us of the difference each of us can make.

30/10/2024

🏅Announcing the Green Film Festival Accra 2024 - Award Winners! 🌍

Disclaimer: After a thorough review process of all submissions, the award winners for the inaugural Green Film Festival have been selected based on their creativity, impact and alignment with our theme, Stories Spark Change.

🏆Our Environmental Impact Award Goes to – I Am More Dangerous Dead directed by Majiye Uchibeke

Congratulations to the creators of "I Am More Dangerous Dead" for their impactful storytelling on environmental justice. This powerful film unflinchingly chronicles the story of Ken Saro-Wiwa, a Nigerian writer and activist who led his unrepresented community in protest against the devastating impact of Royal Dutch Shell’s oil exploitation throughout Ogoni land.

Through a blend of archival footage, reenactments and deeply personal interviews, the film exposes environmental racism and calls for accountability from major corporations.

The Best Environmental Impact Award honors films that drive meaningful awareness and action and "I Am More Dangerous Dead" exemplifies this mission, inspiring us all to fight for a just and sustainable future.

Thank you for your outstanding contribution!

27/10/2024

📽️We are Glad to have Ewura Adam’s Karim as Our MC for 🌿

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🎥🌿 Reliving the Highlights of the Green Film Festival, Accra 2024 🌍 The #GFFAccra2024 was more than just a celebration of film—it served as a critical initiative to unite our community around the urgent issues of climate change and #environmental sustainability. Through the #transformative power of creative storytelling, the festival raised awareness and inspired action, encouraging individuals and institutions to embrace sustainable practices. Under the theme "Stories Spark Change," the 2024 edition showcased narratives that explored the intricate relationship between human activity and the environment. From thought-provoking documentaries to immersive exhibitions and impactful panel discussions, the festival highlighted how £storytelling drives social transformation and environmental resilience. A heartfelt thank you to all our partners and sponsors, whose invaluable support made this event a reality. We are deeply grateful to the dedicated event team, whose tireless efforts ensured the festival’s success, and to our incredible media partners for amplifying the festival’s message far and wide. Together, we sparked meaningful conversations and inspired action for a sustainable future. This highlight reel captures the vibrant energy, meaningful conversations, and inspiring moments that defined the festival. It stands as a testament to the power of creative media in shaping a more sustainable, eco-conscious future. #GFFAccra2024 #ClimateAction #StoriesSparkChange #SustainabilityThroughFilm #climateaction #trending #COP29Baku

🎬 Presenting the Trailer for Our Best Animation Film Winner: L'Animal Sauce Ail 🌍 We’re excited to share the trailer for L'Animal Sauce Ail winner of the Best Animation Film Award at the Green Film Festival, Accra 2024! Directed by Ysaline Debut, Isa Cotte, Aurélien Duchez, Camille Rostan, Clément Mouchel, and Diane Mazella. This animated film provides a satirical yet poignant look at environmental degradation in the remote village of Gooseville. Here, residents overexploit every resource they cultivate, as seen through low-budget homemade TV shows featuring ads, teleshopping, and more, capturing the downward spiral of a community driven by unsustainable practices. Watch the trailer and discover how "L'Animal Sauce Ail" creatively tells a powerful story of conservation and self-awareness, reminding us of our role in preserving the planet. #GFFAccra2024 #EnvironmentalConservation #ClimateAction #SustainabilityThroughFilm

🎬 Trailer for the Best Short Film Winner: "I Am More Dangerous Dead" 🌍 We are proud to share the trailer for "I Am More Dangerous Dead," winner of the Environmental Impact and Best Short Film Award at the Green Film Festival, Accra 2024. This unflinching documentary short chronicles the powerful story of Ken Saro Wiwa, a celebrated Nigerian writer and environmental activist, whose fight for justice against oil exploitation in his native Ogoni land came at a tragic personal cost. Through a tapestry of archival footage, reenactments, and intimate interviews with those closest to Ken, including a moving conversation with his youngest surviving son, the film exposes the harsh realities of environmental racism and demands accountability from Big Oil. Infused with Ken’s evocative poetry, "I Am More Dangerous Dead" is both a heart-wrenching account of injustice and a testament to the strength of one man’s devotion to his people and principles. Would you sacrifice your life for what you believe in? Watch the trailer for a glimpse into a story that continues to inspire change. #GFFAccra2024 #BestShortFilm #IAmMoreDangerousDead #IAMDD #KenSaroWiwa #ClimateAction #SustainabilityThroughFilm

🎬 Watch the Trailer for Our Best Documentary Award Winner: Change Makers 🌊 Directed by Simone Kisiel, Change Makers brings together voices from scientists, fishermen, activists and others to expose the harsh realities of our exploitative relationship with sea life. This powerful documentary highlights the displacement and hunger faced by vulnerable communities due to unsustainable fishing practices, revealing how marketing manipulation and Big Fishing subsidies have allowed destructive practices to thrive. But there’s hope… "Change Makers" also educates viewers on an exciting historic agreement by the World Trade Organization that aims to curb subsidies, protect aquatic ecosystems, and drive sustainable change in the fishing industry. Get ready to be informed, moved and inspired to take action. Watch the trailer now! #GFFAccra2024 #ClimateAction #SustainabilityThroughFilm

📽️🌿 Green Film Festival Day 1🎉🎬 We kicked off Day 1 with featured engaging masterclasses and an exclusive opening ceremony, where participants immersed themselves in ethical storytelling, nature and wildlife photography, and the art of crafting climate narratives. Industry experts inspired attendees to turn climate awareness into meaningful action, setting the tone for a transformative festival. Stay tuned for more highlights and impactful sessions #GFFAccra2024 #SustainabilityThroughFilm #ClimateAction

📽️Our Opening Ceremony delivered an immersive fine-dining experience, featuring a live cooking demonstration with sustainable, locally sourced ingredients, emphasizing the impact of food choices on the environment. 🌿 The evening included speeches, a brief overview of the festival’s mission to inspire climate action through film and vibrant music and dance performances. Guests enjoyed networking opportunities, uniting over the theme of using storytelling for sustainability and social change. Stay Tuned for more Updates today! 🎬🌏 #GFFAccra2024 #SustainabilityThroughFilm #ClimateAction#

As we prepare for the Green Film Festival, Accra 2024 kicking off tomorrow, our film director spoke on Star FM today about the power of film to inspire climate action and sustainability. 🌍🎥 Join us starting tomorrow for two days of inspiring films, discussions, and action-packed events dedicated to a greener future! 🌿 #GFFAccra2024 #SustainabilityThroughFilm #ClimateActionNow

Be part of the Green Film Festival Accra 2024—a transformative event celebrating the power of film to drive environmental action and sustainability. Immerse yourself in compelling exhibitions, engage with changemakers, and join a growing community committed to building a sustainable future for our planet. 📆 Date: 25-26 October, 2024 ⛺ Venue: Legon Botanical Gardens 🕰️ Time: 9:00 AM daily 🔗 Register Now: https://accra.gffafrica.com GreGreen Africa Youth OrganizationiPriya's ShaktiFFAccra2024 #ClimateAction #SustainabilityThroughFilm #GreenFilmFestival 🌿

Wondering how to submit your film for the Green Film Festival, Accra? Here’s our step-by-step guide. - Go to https://accra.gffafrica.com - Register or log in to your account. - Ensure your film and all required documents are ready. - Complete the submission form with accurate details. - Follow the instructions to upload your film file. - Review your application and submit! Voila, you are done!

Good news for #filmmakers and #climate storytellers globally 🌍🎬🥳 Submit your short film, feature film or animation for a chance to be screened at the maiden Green Film Festival in Accra. If you haven’t submitted your film, this is your chance to do so! Applications from Ghana and across Africa are highly encouraged 💪🏾 Visit https://accra.gffafrica.com/ to learn more and apply NOW! 🏃🏾‍♀️ ⏰

Our website is live!🥳 Learn more about the festival's mission, the team behind it, and the themes we are exploring, and sign up for the newsletter for updates! Get involved, and let's make this year's festival unforgettable! 🌿✨ Visit https://accra.gffafrica.com #GFFAccra2024