African Giants
African Giants (film)
African Giants is a 2022 drama film directed by Omar S. Kamara starring Dillon Daniel Mutyaba and Omete Anassi. The film is Kamara's directorial feature debut.
The film first premiered in January 2024 at the Slamdance Film Festival, where it won the audience award for narrative features.
Premise
The film tells the story of two Sierra Leon-American brothers over a weekend visit in Los Angeles, as they navigate changing dynamics after a surprise announcement.
Release
After it's premiere at the 2024 Slamdance Film Festival, Juno Films acquired worldwide rights to the project.
References
1. Grobar, Matt (January 26, 2024). "Slamdance Audience Award Winner 'African Giants' Acquired By Juno Films". Deadline.
2. Vance, Grant (May 3, 2024). "Break Down Your Emotional Barriers To Tell Your Best Story". No Film School.
3. Archer, Greg (January 23, 2024). "Exclusive: Omar S. Kamara Talks African Giants and Barry Jenkins' Inspiration". MovieWeb.
4. Shehadi, Ben (February 19, 2024). "AFRICAN GIANTS: Review". Film Threat.