Keith Shiri gets reappointed as jury President ahead of AMAA 2023
Hey, movie buffs! Have you heard the news? Keith Shiri, the renowned film curator and critic, has been reappointed as the jury president for the African Movie Academy Awards (AMAA) 2023. This will be his third consecutive year in this prestigious role, and we couldn't be more excited!
Keith Shiri is a legend in the African cinema scene. He is the founder and director of Africa at the Pictures, a London-based film festival that showcases the best of contemporary African filmmaking. He is also a regular contributor to various publications and platforms, such as The Guardian, BBC, Al Jazeera, and Netflix. He has been involved in numerous film festivals and events around the world, such as Cannes, Berlinale, Sundance, and Toronto. He is also a lecturer at several universities, where he shares his passion and expertise on African cinema.
As the jury president of AMAA, Keith Shiri has a huge responsibility to select the winners of the most coveted awards in African cinema. He leads a panel of distinguished experts from different fields and backgrounds, who evaluate hundreds of submissions from across the continent and beyond. The jury's decisions are based on rigorous criteria, such as artistic excellence, originality, relevance, and social impact.
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Keith Shiri has been praised for his leadership and vision as the jury president of AMAA. He has brought a fresh and diverse perspective to the awards, celebrating the richness and diversity of African cinema. He has also championed emerging talents and voices, especially those of women and young filmmakers. He has been instrumental in raising the profile and recognition of African cinema on the global stage.
We are thrilled to see what Keith Shiri and his jury will bring to AMAA 2023. We are sure that they will continue to honor and celebrate the best of African cinema, and inspire us with their choices. We can't wait to watch the ceremony live on TV or online, and cheer for our favorite films and filmmakers. AMAA 2023 is going to be epic!