This archive report was first published on 5 May 2021.
The Kalasha International TV & Film Market, a 3-day trade fair, has started today, May 5th, and will run until May 7th, showcasing companies from East Africa and internationally.
Organized by the Kenya Film Commission and sponsored by Safaricom, the event is live-streaming on Kalasha International's YouTube channel.
Attendees can expect high-level interaction for trading, sharing ideas, and side events including conferences, workshops, coaching, and pitching sessions.
Among the highlights of the event is a pitching competition for TV, movies, documentaries, short and long films, which will be open to all practicing and upcoming filmmakers registered for the market.
Additionally, film stars such as Sarah Hassan will be holding a workshop about the challenges of production and international opportunities and challenges.
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On Twitter, Sarah Hassan shared her excitement about the event, saying, 'Good morning lovely people??talking all things Co-Production at @KalashaKenya Film and TV market with some amazing people @kenyafilmcomm? see you at 12.30pm?? pic.twitter.com/Lx0N4Rc22K '
Those interested in learning more about the Kenyan film industry, how to become part of it, and the challenges therein, can watch the event live here.
