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Film 1: HEAVEN & EARTH (A History Of Ethiopian Christianity) - 45min

This is a compelling and gripping documentary about the rich history of Christianity in Ethiopia. A journey into the fantastic rich historical traditions of one of the oldest Christian denominations in the world. The spectacular historical Ethiopian sites and people of the faith are visited by award winning journalist Michael Mackonen.

 

Film 2: AFRICAN ROYALTY (Ghana) - 20min

Documentary filmmaker and TV/Film lecturer Henry Knudsen takes us on a fantastic and colourful journey through the cultural motherland landscapes of Ghana. African Royalty is a compelling and enticing story about the rich royal heritage of the Ashanti people.

 

Film 3: MYSTIC MONKEYS (Ghana) - 20min

Mystic Monkeys is a breathtaking, auspicious and magical story about monkeys, living in respectful harmony with their human friends and neighbours.

 

The Filmmakers:

Heaven & Earth (History of Christianity In Egypt)

Michael Mackonen: BA honours in English language and British culture from Middlesex University and MA in African studies from SOAS, University of London. Worked for BBC Africa for 7 years. CEO (4 years) of Ethiopian TV Station in Addis Ababa.

 

Henry Kjaerulff Knudsen:TV/Filmmaker, Lecturer & Producer. Ghanaian/Danish TV/Film Lecturer at Richmond Upon Thames College (2018-Present). Film Maker & Film Producer at Worldvisions Media (2004-Present)

Rating Information:
18
Run time:
85 mins
Company:
Henry Knudsen
Director:
Henry Kjaerulff Knudsen and Michael Mackonen
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