US actor Malik Yoba joins this year’s Joburg Film Festival

20 February 2024 - 14:21
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Actor Malik Yoba adds a touch of Hollywood glam to this year's Joburg Film Festival.
Actor Malik Yoba adds a touch of Hollywood glam to this year's Joburg Film Festival.
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Internationally acclaimed actor, musician and philanthropist Malik Yoba has been announced as the special guest of this year's Joburg Film Festival. 

The festival at the Sandton Convention Centre from February 27 to March 3 will feature a diverse range of films from around the world and promises to be an unforgettable cinematic experience for attendees.

Malik, whose career spans more than three decades, will give a master class to aspiring filmmakers by sharing his knowledge, expertise and insights gained from years of experience.

Audiences must purchase festival badges to gain access to the inclusive and immersive experience.

"We are thrilled to welcome the legendary Malik Yoba to the Joburg Film Festival,"  said festival director Tim Mangwedi.

In addition to the master class, Malik will participate in youth focused outreach activities, including conversations, while in the country.

Adding another touch of Hollywood glam to the festival is renowned producer and director Melanie Nicole Clark, who has worked closely with Tiffany Haddish and Viola Davis. She will participate in the industry programme. 

Festival badges are available on Quicket here:

  • DAY PASS: R250 per badge, R100 per badge for students (proof required on collection of badge). This ticket gives you access to the JFF Industry Programme on the selected day.
  • FESTIVAL BADGE: R600 per badge, R500 per badge for students (proof required on collection of badge). This badge gives you access to the JFF Industry Programme for three days and tickets to 12 films of your choice to be pre-booked by midday on the day of screening.
  • PREMIUM FESTIVAL BADGE: R1,000 per badge, R800 per badge for students (proof required on collection of badge). This badge gives you access to the JFFF Industry Programme for three days, tickets to 12 films of your choice to be pre-booked by midday on the day of screening, and access to all film premieres at the Theatre on the Square to be pre-booked by midday on the day of screening.

 


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