Euro Film Festival 2024
About Event
Welcome to Euro Film Festival 2024!
Join us for the epic return of a cinematic journey through the best of European, African and Malawian cinema at Euro Film Festival 2024. Immerse yourself in a diverse selection of films from various European countries, Africa and Malawi, showcasing the rich cultural tapestry of a diverse culture.
Experience the magic of storytelling on the big screen with fellow film enthusiasts. From thought-provoking dramas to captivating comedies, there's something for everyone at Euro Film Festival 2024.
Don't miss this opportunity to discover new perspectives, connect with filmmakers, and celebrate the art of cinema in Lilongwe, Dowa and Blantyre.
Mark your calendars and get ready to be inspired at Euro Film Festival 2024!
Thursday 24 Oct
Times - 5:30pm to 10pm
EU Residence in Area 10, Lilongwe
Friday 25 Oct
Times - 4pm to 9pm
Crossroads Hotel, Lilongwe
Saturday 26 Oct
Times - 4pm to 10pm
Crossroads Hotel, Lilongwe
Saturday 2 Nov
Times - 2pm to 8pm
Tumaini Festival, Dzaleka Refugee Camp, Dowa
Registration Options
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Fallen Leaves , EU Residence Garden
Screening Time: 18:15 End Time: 19:40 Date: 24-Oct Screening Place: EU Residence Garden Duration: 1h21m Country: Finland Genre: Romantic comedy-drama Rating: A Synopsis: In modern-day Helsinki, two lonely souls in search of love meet by chance in a karaoke bar. However, their path to happiness is beset by obstacles—lost phone numbers, mistaken addresses, alcoholism, and a charming stray dog. The film tells the story of Ansa, a supermarket shelf-stocker, and Holappa, an alcoholic, who try to build a relationship despite adversity.
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The Tome, EU Residence Garden
Film Title: The Tome Screening Time: 18:00 End Time: 18:10 Date: 24-Oct Screening Place: EU Residence Garden Duration: 5m30s Country: Malawi Genre: Action Rating: A Synopsis: Two friends are tasked with delivering high-value tutorial documents. However, one friend, driven by selfish ambition, hires a wushu expert to ambush the delivery man and steal the documents. This leads to a tense struggle as the fate of the documents hangs in the balance.
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Usiliye, EU Residence Garden
Screening Time: 19:55 End Time: 20:20 Date: 24-Oct Screening Place: EU Residence Garden Duration: 22m38s Country: Zambia Genre: Drama Rating: A Synopsis: "Usiliye" is a poignant adaptation of Mumba Yachi's emotive song. It follows Ruta, navigating the challenges of starting a new life in a foreign land, set against the harrowing backdrop of war. The film delves into themes of grief, resilience, and hope amidst chaos, offering a testament to the human spirit’s capacity to endure and rebuild.
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A Summer in Boujad, EU Residence Garden
Screening Time: 20:30 End Time: 21:50 Date: 24-Oct Screening Place: EU Residence Garden Duration: 1h20m Country: Morocco Genre: Feature film Rating: U Synopsis: Seven years after the death of his mother, 13-year-old Karim leaves Paris for Morocco with his father Messaoud. The film follows Karim as he struggles to fit into a blended family in Boujad, navigating adolescence and a world he barely understands, while his father tries to reconnect with his homeland.
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Women on the Run, Crossroads Auditorium
Screening Time: 17:00 End Time: 18:30 Date: 25-Oct Screening Place: Crossroads Auditorium Duration: 1 hour 33 minutes Country: Czech Republic Genre: Documentary Rating: TBC Synopsis: Vera has lived a wonderful life with Jindrich, and she is fully determined to fulfill his last wish running a marathon. She and her three daughters decide to complete the marathon by splitting the route into four parts, forming a family relay team. None of them has ever run before, but this doesn't stop them from trying.
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True or False, Crossroads Auditorium
Screening Time: 18:45 End Time: 20:05 Date: 25-Oct Screening Place: Crossroads Auditorium Duration: 1 hour 20 minutes Country: Malawi Genre: Drama, Psychological Drama Rating: TBC Synopsis: Rising superstar musician Mbumba Denje returns for a prerecorded interview with her ex-boyfriend Komerwani Missi. The interview takes an unexpected turn as Mbumba reveals shocking family secrets, including the abuse she suffered at the hands of her father and the truth about his death.
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Five Shilling Nylon, Crossroads Auditorium
Screening Time: 20:15 End Time: 21:00 Date: 25-Oct Screening Place: Crossroads Auditorium Duration: 1 hour 16 minutes Country: Cyprus Genre: Drama Rating: A Synopsis: Set in 1940s Cyprus, a couple of outlaws arrive at a secluded mill house while on the run. The woman, left in the care of a miller, finds solace and affection. However, their peaceful time is interrupted when the woman's husband and pursuers show up, leading to a confrontation.
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Pedro e Ines, Crossroads Auditorium
Screening Time: 16:15 End Time: 17:00 Date: 26-Oct Screening Place: Crossroads Auditorium Duration: 45 minutes Country: Portugal Genre: Drama Rating: AA Synopsis: Set in the 1300s, Pedro I of Portugal falls in love with lady-in-waiting Ines de Castro. Their forbidden love ends tragically in brutality and heartache.
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My Grandfather’s Demons, Crossroads Auditorium
Screening Time: 17:30 End Time: 19:00 Date: 26-Oct Screening Place: Crossroads Auditorium Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes Country: Portugal, Spain, France Genre: Animation Rating: U Synopsis: Rosa, a successful designer, returns to her native village in northern Portugal following the unexpected death of her grandfather. There, she reconnects with her roots and the feelings of love and belonging she lost since leaving her homeland.
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Not Her Fault, Crossroads Auditorium
Screening Time: 19:15 End Time: 19:25 Date: 26-Oct Screening Place: Crossroads Auditorium Duration: 10 minutes 22 seconds Country: Malawi Genre: Domestic Drama Rating: U Synopsis: A young pregnant woman forced into marriage and suffering from domestic violence accidentally kills her abusive husband during a confrontation. The film explores themes of gender-based violence, societal pressure, and the harsh realities of early childhood marriage.
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The Damned Don’t Cry
Screening Time: 19:30 End Time: 21:20 Date: 26-Oct Screening Place: Crossroads Auditorium Duration: 1 hour 50 minutes Country: Belgium, France, Morocco Genre: Feature Film Rating: AA Synopsis: Selim and his mother Fatima-Zahra share a close but complicated relationship. As they move from place to place, poverty and societal norms threaten to pull them apart. The film portrays the power of family ties and the clash between tradition and modernity in Moroccan society.
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Nancy, Salama Africa Hall, Tumaini Festival - Dowa
Screening Time: 15:05 End Time: 15:15 Date: 2-Nov Screening Place: Salama Africa Hall Duration: 10 minutes Country: Malawi Genre: Romantic Drama Rating: U Synopsis: Nancy and Robert are deeply in love, but their relationship faces a major obstacle – religion. Nancy's mother, a devout Muslim, disapproves of their relationship because Robert is not Muslim.
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Above Water, Salama Africa Hall, Tumaini Festival - Dowa
Screening Time: 15:20 End Time: 16:50 Date: 2-Nov Screening Place: Salama Africa Hall Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes Country: France Genre: Documentary Rating: U Synopsis: In a remote village in northern Niger, young people must walk long distances daily to fetch water. The film highlights the impact of water scarcity on the community and their hopes for a better future with the discovery of an underground aquifer.
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Last Days, Salama Africa Hall, Tumaini Festival - Dowa
Screening Time: 18:00 End Time: 18:30 Date: 2-Nov Screening Place: Salama Africa Hall Duration: 33 minutes 13 seconds Country: Malawi Genre: Psychological Thriller Rating: U Synopsis: Three pastors in a small town use religion to manipulate the townspeople. However, as their lies spiral out of control, they must face the consequences of their deceit.
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Usiliye, Salama Africa Hall, Tumaini Festival - Dowa
Usiliye Screening Time: 18:40 End Time: 19:05 Date: 2-Nov Screening Place: Salama Africa Hall Duration: 22m38s Country: Zambian Genre: Drama Rating: U Synopsis: Usiliye unfolds as a poignant adaptation of Mumba Yachi's emotive song from his album Violet, drawing its inspiration from real-life events. The narrative revolves around Ruta, who finds himself navigating the daunting challenge of starting a new life in a foreign land. Set against the backdrop of war's harrowing aftermath, the story delves deep into the profound impact on innocent civilians, portraying their overwhelming grief and the void left by irreparable loss.Through Ruta's journey and those he encounters, Usiliye intricately puts together themes of resilience and strength. Despite the devastation, there emerges a testament to the human spirit's capacity to endure and rebuild amidst adversity. The character's struggle is a testament to the universal experience of coping with trauma and finding solace in the midst of chaos. The adaptation remains faithful to Yachi's lyrical exploration, capturing the raw emotions and complexities of the human condition. It portrays not only the pain of shattered lives but also the stirring moments of hope and renewal that emerge from the ruins. Usiliye offers a profound meditation on the indomitable spirit that allows individuals to rise above circumstances, reaffirming the resilience inherent in humanity's quest for healing and restoration.
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Kamdothi, Salama Africa Hall, Tumaini Festival - Dowa
Screening Time: 19:10 End Time: 19:55 Date: 2-Nov Screening Place: Salama Africa Hall Duration: 45m Country: Malawi Genre: Dark Fantasy Rating: TBC In a rural forest village haunted by ancient fears, Nyembezi confronts isolation and societal prejudice throughout her life. Desperate to overcome mounting societal pressures, she strikes a deal with a witch that sees her become a mother to a daughter born by unconventional means, triggering a heart-wrenching journey as she grapples with her daughter's mysterious nature. As their bond is tested against a backdrop of ancient secrets, Nyembezi must confront the ultimate sacrifice.