The Journey Home Film Festival, held in Monrovia, Liberia, culminated in a star-studded awards ceremony, the Liberia Film Awards, on June 22nd — both events a celebration of Liberian cinema and culture.
The festival, themed “Telling Africa’s Stories: Boosting our Tourism Potential through Filmmaking,” attracted a diverse crowd of filmmakers, film enthusiasts, and dignitaries. Liberian and international films competed for top honors, with workshops and cultural events enriching the experience.
The event, which brought together filmmakers from various countries and across Liberia, commenced with the screening of Liberian films on June 19th and international films on June 20th at the Paynesville City Hall. This was followed by an incredibly interactive filmmakers workshop led by Nollywood greats Richard Mofe-Damijo (RMD) and Desmond Elliot, Liberia’s own Alexander Wiaplah and Dr. Clarice Ford-Kulah on June 21st.
