A Step Towards Films for Zimbabweans by Zimbabweans is the theme of the second Zimbabwe Film Industry Stakeholders Consultative Indaba scheduled for 5 to 7 October in Harare. It coincides with the Zimbabwe International Film Festival 2011.
Jointly organised by the Filmmakers Guild Of Zimbabwe Trust (FGZ), the Zimbabwe Film and Television School of Southern Africa (ZIFTESA) and the Zimbabwe International Film Festival, the Indaba follows recommendations and proposals made during last year’s Indaba held at Alliance Francaise in Harare.
The 2010 Indaba dwelt on how best to develop the Zimbabwe film sector, leading to the establishment of the Zimbabwe Film Industry Development Committee (ZFIDC). This committee conducted research and consultations to come up with a first draft film policy proposal to be presented to this year’s Indaba before going to government.
Says South Africa-trained filmmaker Nocks Chatiza, founder of FGZ: “Delegates will detail the film sector’s vision and values, identifying film industry opportunities, and explore opportunities offered by existing joint commissions between Zimbabwe and its bilateral partners.’
Over 200 delegates are expected at the Indaba which will begin with the ZFIDC’s presentation of the film policy draft and industry guidelines. The second day focuses on government, private sector and international expert engagement or presentation. Tackling professionalism structures of the film sector, recommendations and the way forward will be the focus of the third day. Report by Martin Chemhere
