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Summit

Inaugural Durban Screen Summit a Resounding Success

Creatives, filmmakers, funders, content creators, and industry experts converged at the Inkosi Albert Luthuli International Convention Centre for the inaugural three-day Durban Screen Summit, themed ‘Telling Our Original Stories’.

June 2025 · Durban Film Office

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Applications Open

Call for Applications – Development Programmes 2025

The Durban Film Office invites applications for its annual development programme cycle. Programmes cover funding, training, mentorship and co-production opportunities for emerging and established filmmakers in the eThekwini region.

March 2025 · Durban Film Office

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Film Challenge

Blue Economy Short Film Challenge Now Open

Submissions are open for this year's Blue Economy Short Film Challenge. The competition invites South African filmmakers to explore Durban's relationship with the ocean, coastal communities and the blue economy. Cash prizes, mentorship and festival submission support are available for winners and finalists.

February 2025 · Durban Film Office

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Festival

Durban International Film Festival 2025 Highlights

The Durban International Film Festival once again brought together filmmakers, industry professionals and audiences from across the continent. This year's programme featured landmark screenings, co-production workshops and the growing Durban FilmMart marketplace.

January 2025 · Durban Film Office

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Achievement

Durban Named Top African Film Destination 2025

The city of Durban has been recognised as a leading African film destination, celebrated for its world-class filming locations, streamlined permit process, experienced local crew and competitive production costs.

January 2025 · Durban Film Office

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