Ouagadougou opens its first African film festival
On February 1, 1969, Ouagadougou opened its first African film festival.
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The Event
On February 1, 1969, Ouagadougou opened its first African film festival.
The Cultural Context
The gathering in what was then Upper Volta grew into FESPACO, a major meeting place for African filmmakers and audiences.
The viewing context
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