Over the Bridge,' 'Dynamite' dominate New York African Film Festival. Nollywood movies

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The festival showcases African and diaspora films in the United States. Over the years, films honoring the many voices and tales of Africa and its era have been made available to viewers through NYAFF, which was founded in 1993.

With the theme “Convergence of Time,” the festival's 31st edition this year examines the meeting point of historical and modern roles performed by those who represent Africa and its diaspora in art.

Wednesday, May 8, 2024, at 6:30 p.m., the Walter Reade Theatre at Lincoln Centre will present the opening night film, Over the Bridge, followed by a Q&A session with the film's director, Tolu Ajayi, on Thursday, May 9, 2024.


On Tuesday, May 14, 2024, at 8:15 pm, the Bollywood film Dilli Dark featuring Nollywood actor, Michael Okeke, will close the festival. The film's director, Dibakar Das Roy, will be available for a Q&A after the screening.

Location: Lagos, Nigeria

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