Apostles of Cinema (2023)

Apostles of Cinema follows Frank, DJ Black, and Rehema — three devoted film workers in Tanzania — as they reintroduce a classic piece of the country’s film history to their audiences of working class cinephiles. We join them, alongside Maangamizi: The Ancient One (2001), on a journey through the labyrinth of informal libraries, studios, and cinemas that exist to keep film and film culture alive. A testament to the profound cultural value of film when made truly accessible.

Released Aug. 6, 2023 17 min None+

Genres: Documentary

Keywords: tmdb.film-preservation, tmdb.diy, tmdb.video-piracy, tmdb.video-dj

Country: Tanzania
Production Country: Tanzania
Languages: Swahili