Picha La Leo returns at the end of this month with an enchanting trip through 70s Abidjan with the aid of an eclectic soundtrack, evocative visuals and a young, determined dreamer by the name of Aya. Based on a series of graphic novels by Marguerite Abouet and Clément Oubrerie. Aya Of Yop City screens Apr 26, […]
Dear Friends, Family, Art-Lovers & Creatives. We are super excited to welcome you to the MERVKI Connect Fest. The new Vibe aound your corner, a day to get to experience the magical power to do something with love, soul and creativiy. Join the MERVKI rep Collective and Ajabu Ajabu AV Gallery on the 04.May @Mikoko […]
LAMB (2015) A film by Yared Zeleke (Ethiopia) Synopsis. A young boy loses his mother and is sent to live with his relatives with his pet sheep. He faces struggles when his relatives ask him to sacrifice his sheep for a holiday. For May’s Picha La Leo we present Yared Zeleke’s layered portrayal […]
As part of @cinema.of.commoning , we’re delighted to invite everyone to Stories + Spaces - a weekend of films about film and a chance to revisit key questions for cinemas and film driven space making in Dar and beyond. And to celebrate the journey so far. Fri 21st June 6.30 - Music & Food […]
Picha la leo returns. Join us for an open air screening of The Empty Grave in partnership with @kijiweniproductions . The film tells an incredible story of the struggle of two Tanzanian families to reclaim their beloved ancestors’ ancestral remains from German museums. A moving piece about lost loved ones, resilience and the complexities of […]
For Wednesday, the 11th’s collaborative program, we are hosting Ajabu Ajabu! On storytelling and stories shaping! Come through at 7 pm for the screening, stay for the conversation after with Júnia Matsuura @matsuura.junia @weareherefilms__
For the return of Picha La Leo. We are excited to present the latest film but one East Africa’s most celebrated filmmaker’s. An interwoven series of stories examining power, paternity, and generational trauma with poise and empathy, Father’s Day directed by Kivu Ruhorahoza Screens this September 27th at Ajabu Ajabu. For full synopsis, trailer, age […]
A little look back at the heartwarming conversations shared during the last Semi Za Picha. Grateful as always for all come through to share their Friday afternoon with us💛💛💛💛 Join us this Friday as Picha La Leo returns with the epic my MAMI WATA! —— 📆28/02/25 ⏱️7pm 📍Mikoko White House —— 📷: @gertrude_faith —— Drinks and […]
WORKSHOP/SCREENING ALERT✨✨✨✨ ENTRY IS FREE - HAKUNA KIINGILIO 🗓 21st of March 🕘 From 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM Mikoko White House Snacks and drinks will be available - along with Iftar at sundown. Please register in (a very short) form below so we have enough for all. >>https://linkfly.to/SemiZaPicha ___ The project is supported by […]
Picha La Leo returns this Friday with Banel & Adama, Ramata-Toulaye Sy’s stunning exploration of identity, devotion, and the choices that define us. Join us for a love story like no other! ENTRY IS FREE - HAKUNA KIINGILIO 🗓 28th of March 🕘 From 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM Mikoko White House ____ For more […]
