When the medium of film expanded in the early 20th century, it was employed among other things for the purpose of promoting Europe’s “civilizing mission” on the African continent.

Since the independence of African countries in the 1950’s and 60’s, filmmakers from Africa are correcting this image and writing their own stories. Beyond the maps focuses on film productions from various genres, dealing both with the resistance against European colonialism on African soil and with the conference itself. Apart from film screenings there will be Q & A sessions with the filmmakers as well as invited experts.

7 Dec. Concerning Violence, S/USA/DK 2014 / 85 min / Orig. with Ger. subtitles

Followed by a discussion with Joshua Kwesi Aikins.

Curated by Enoka Ayemba