On 19 May, the International Institute of Social Studies and the Cameroonian Embassy are organizing an International Film Festival in celebration of Cameroonian National Day and the power of film to promote international collaboration.
- Date
- Monday 19 May 2025, 15:00 - Thursday 22 May 2025, 19:00
- Type
- Performance
- Spoken Language
- English
This four-day festival will bring together filmmakers, government representatives, students and cinema lovers. Through film screenings, panel discussions and interactive sharing sessions, participants will explore cinematic perspectives on heritage, culture and the potential of film to drive social change and bilateral cooperation.
Featured Films
| Film | Screening Date |
|---|---|
| Le Mystère de Waza | 19 May 2025 (17:00 - 19:00) |
| Rio Dos Camaroes | 20 May 2025 (15:30 - 17:30) |
| YAFA Forgiveness | 20 May 2025 (18:00 - 20:00) |
| Les Divorcees de Casablanca | 21 May 2025 (15:30 - 17:30) |
| The Bridge | 21 May 2025 (18:00 - 18:30) |
| The Farmhouse | 22 May 2025 (17:00 - 17:30) |
| KANKAN | 22 May 2025 (17:30 - 19:30) |
Panel Discussions
Looking Back, Moving Forward: The State of Film Cooperation between Cameroon and the Netherlands
19 May, 15:00–16:30
Experts and officials assess the current landscape of bilateral cinematic collaboration.
From Screen to Strategy: Unlocking Opportunities for Bilateral Collaboration in Film
22 May, 15:00–16:30
A conversation on film as a tool for social, economic, and soft power diplomacy.
Sharing Sessions: 'Biotopes and Cultural Realities'
Focus on Cameroon – 20 May, 10:30–12:00
Focus on the Netherlands – 21 May, 10:30–12:00
These interactive sessions use cinema to spotlight the natural environments and cultural treasures of both nations.
