3rd Annual African Film Festival: Akounak Tedalat Taha Tazoughai

Please join us for the first night of the African Film Festival!

The first ever Tuareg language fictional film, based on the legendary rock-u-drama "Purple Rain," Akounak or "Rain the Color Blue with a Little Red in it" explores the world of a musician trying to succeed in the raucous subculture of the Niger guitar scene. The protagonist, real life musician Mdou Moctar, must battle fierce competition from jealous musicians, overcome family conflicts, endure the trials of love, and overcome his biggest rival - himself. Carried by stunning musical performances from Mdou, the film is a window into modern day Tuareg guitar and an experiment in participatory ethnographic filmmaking.