Browsing Category: Cannes Film Festival

On Wednesday, May 21, 2025, the Pavillon Afriques at the Cannes Film Festival buzzed with the vibrant spirit of the Caribbean during an exceptional event: Caribbean Day, a full day dedicated to the rich culture, cinema, and human stories of this region. Organized under the leadership of Mark Walton and supported by the Jamaica Tourism Board, official sponsor, this gathering brought together film professionals, institutional representatives, creators, and Caribbean culture enthusiasts through...

During the 2025 Cannes Film Festival, our media outlet had the honor of meeting Axelle René, a rising figure on the Caribbean and international scene. This inspiring encounter took place at the Pavillon Afriques, a vital space within the festival and a true crossroads for creators, artists, and industry professionals from Africa and the diaspora. Pavillon Afriques: The Beating Heart of African and Diasporic Cultures at Cannes Led by the visionary energy...

Q: You recently participated in the “From Book to Screen” session at the Africa Pavilion. Can you tell us more about this event?Paule-Élise Aglaé: This session focused on a crucial topic for us authors and creators: how to protect our work before handing it over to a producer. With the intervention of Ms. Casey Joly, an intellectual property lawyer, we learned the legal keys to secure our creations and negotiate the best...

During the Cannes Film Festival, our media team had the honor of meeting Sully Quay, a Franco-Togolese and Beninese writer, at the Pavillon Afriques—a space dedicated to showcasing film talents and content from Africa and its diaspora. The Essential Role of Pavillon Afriques Since its inception, the Pavillon Afriques has become a vital strategic platform for promoting African and Afro-descendant cinema at Cannes. It serves as a dynamic hub for cultural, economic,...

During the 2025 Cannes Film Festival, our media outlet had the pleasure of meeting Dorinex Mboumba, a young Gabonese author and model, at the Pavillon Afriques, a platform dedicated to showcasing talents and projects from across the African continent. She took part in the session “From Book to Screen”, which allowed authors and publishers to pitch their works to producers for potential screen adaptations. The session began with an insightful legal presentation...