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Africa-Press – Eswatini. <\/strong><\/span>Minister of Information, Communications and Technology Princess Sikhanyiso has pledged the ministry\u2019s support to the film sector.<\/b><\/p>\n

The minister said it was important to support the film sector in an effort to create a thriving film industry.<\/p>\n

The minister was represented by Ntombifuthi Khumalo during the European Film Festival on Friday at Alliance Francaise in Mbabane.<\/p>\n

\u201cOur investments in this industry will have a positive effect on many other industries such as tourism, fashion, beauty and numerous artisan industries. This is something we need to look into and find ways to stimulate the economy through investing in the creative sector, in particular the film sector,\u201d said the minister.<\/p>\n

She also congratulated some of the filmmakers who have already shared their craft. \u201cI am told eight short films have contributed towards the local content quota for Eswatini TV. Some of the local filmmakers have created content for international broadcasters. This is a commendable effort, one we hope continues and one we hope others will emulate,\u201d she said.<\/p>\n

Film lovers were treated to one of the best locally produced films dubbed \u2018Liyana\u2019 at Alliance Franc\u0327aise.<\/p>\n

The three-day European Film Festival kick-started on a high note as film lovers watched the movie that has won over 30 international awards.<\/p>\n

The movie was a cornerstone of the night, it is one of the local success stories,<\/p>\n

Under the guidance of storyteller Gcina Mhlophe and five orphaned children, the story transforms past personal trauma into an original tale about a girl named Liyana who embarked on a perilous quest to save her young twin brothers.<\/p>\n

Glued<\/b><\/p>\n

Directed by Aaron and Amanda Kopp, this well-crafted mix of animation and documentary has won awards.<\/p>\n

Patrons were glued to the screen enjoying the movie.<\/p>\n

Most of the film lovers attested to having a great time.<\/p>\n

\u201cThis was my second time watching the movie and it is always exciting to watch it,\u201d said Lihle Dlamini.<\/p>\n

\u201cI got emotional as the story tellers took us through a painful journey. Gcina and the five children set the mood,\u201d said Temvelo Simelane.<\/p>\n

Alliance Francaise Director Ronan Coquel said the festival was hosted to showcase a high quality line-up of new award-winning films aimed at generating awareness about European films and issues, and provoking reflection about common issues such as human relationships, cultural differences, migration, climate change and other matters<\/p>\n

\u201cThis festival has a special twist for the Alliance as the cinema was inverted in Paris in 1895 by the Lumiere brothers. It is a great opportunity for new audiences to see award-winning films and witness the collaboration between filmmakers in Eswatini and Europe,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n

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