UN SDG Visit

Note By Rebekah Frimpong:
"I had no idea when Lisa Russell put her casting call out for SDG video project at the UN that I would experience a day full of such great energy. The moment she asked me the question during my interview (captured in this picture) my mind quickly woke up. The night before I slept about an hour. I was worried about taking my son with me, how people would treat me as I carried my one year old son alone with me to the UN. I was pleasantly surprised by the respect I received, the kind gestures, and kind words. I was inspired by the smiles of the people I met. So when in this moment captured in this picture I was asked about my views on SDG it was clear in my mind what is important. In this moment I realized I am an activist, because I am scared but fearless in my motivation to be better and reflect that in my community. What moves you? What is most important to you? What steps are you taking to make an impact? I am thankful to Lisa for letting me be apart of this project!" Pic by Pascal B.

New Teaser For ADOWA

 Rebekah  has released a new teaser clip for her new documentary film ADOWA!

View Teaser Clip Here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1w7lfYbIG3o

ADOWA
Oral Literature in Dance and Preserving the Culture of the Ashanti People

A Documentary Film Written by Rebekah A. Frimpong
Fiscally Sponsored By Dance Films Association

ADOWA is a documentary film written by Rebekah A. Frimpong, and is about oral literature in dance and preserving the culture of the Ashanti people of Ghana. ADOWA will be shot on location in Ghana and will capture the beauty of the traditional funeral dance called Adowa of the Ashanti people. The film explores how the Adowa dance came to be and the tradition and history behind this dance using language, music, and the movements of the Adowa dance to reveal the story.

ADOWA Documentary Film Links:

Dance Films Association
http://www.dancefilms.org/film-items/adowa/

Website/Blog
http://adowadocumentary.blogspot.com/

Facebook Page
https://www.facebook.com/pages/ADOWA-Documentary-Film/425654597623818?fref=ts

New Film Project: ADOWA

A Documentary Film Written by Rebekah A. Frimpong

Fiscally Sponsored By Dance Films Association

This is the third documentary film from award winning filmmaker Rebekah A. Frimpong. The recent African Youth Excellence (AYE) Award winner, has written a new documentary film that will explore culture and traditions by way of dance. The film is set to go into production in October 2015 in Ghana and will be completed in 2016.

Adowa is a documentary film about oral literature in dance and preserving the culture of the Ashanti people of Ghana . A young artist of Ashanti heritage travels to Ghana to capture the beauty of traditional funeral dance called Adowa of the Ashanti people.  The film explores how the Adowa dance came to be and the tradition and history behind this dance using language, music, and the movements of the Adowa dance to reveal the story.

Visit Adowa Documentary Film Blog for More Information Here:

http://adowadocumentary.blogspot.com/

Acknowledgment from African Youth Excellence

On August 8, Rebekah Frimpong received an AYE Award for her work in the Arts from African Youth Excellence organization. This award is a great accomplishment for Rebekah because it comes from her peers within the African community. The AYE Award also comes with a fellowship and Rebekah looks forward to working with AYE.

New Publication By Rebekah Frimpong

Rebekah Frimpong is a practicing yogi of 12 years who sought out to combine both her love for writing with her passion for health and wellness; and that is how SAFI (Pure) Magazine was created!  Rebekah Frimpong has constructed SAFI (Pure) Magazine as a new way to connect women of color to a network of resources in wellness and health through SAFI (Pure) Magazine. SAFI, meaning  pure, symbolizes the pure of heart and intention which is at the core of this movement to engage women on their journey to wellness . SAFI (Pure in Swahili) Magazine is a magazine devoted to exploring wellness, health, and self expression for women of color.  Catering to an audience of women yearning for an informative health lifestyle publication and a community that celebrates their unique journey to wellness, SAFI is not only a magazine but a movement geared towards empowering women to appreciate their own unique beauty and talents.  SAFI (Pure) Magazine is published under Rebekah Frimpong's company BGNB Productions LLC. 

Check out more on SAFI (Pure) Magazine http://www.safimagazine.com

ILAFF 2015 3rd Annual "I Luv Africa" Film Festival in Ghana

RWUL’s 3rdAnnual “I Luv Africa” Film Festival (ILAFF 2015) in Ghana will be celebrating the work of independent filmmakers of African descent from around the world. This year’s theme is: “The Great Storytellers” showing films from filmmakers sharing compelling stories. ILAFF is not just about films highlighting Africa or African culture, but rather more about authentic stories from artists of African descent and giving them a platform to share their work with an international audience. 

RWUL’s ILAFF 2015 in Ghana will be on October 21-24, 2015 once again held at the Goethe-Institut of Accra. The film festival this year will commence with a special Video Art Exhibit and Networking event featuring the work of Sheena Rose, Dexter Jones, and Erick Msumanje. ILAFF 2015 will be premiering the screening of Shake the Dust by executive producer NAS and premiere screening Afronaunts by acclaimed filmmaker Frances Bodomo. There will be a short film program, additional screenings, and panel discussions as well during ILAFF 2015 in Ghana.  

Ghana provides the perfect back drop for ILAFF because the film and cinema culture is still young and growing in Ghana. RWUL’s main role is to make ILAFF an annual platform for local filmmakers in Ghana to present their work and to grow within the industry. ILAFF is expanding and this year’s festival to include special guest celebrity hosts to help usher in the festivities and providing new film awards and recognition. More details and listing of all the films screening will be announced as the event gets near on the RWUL's website at www.rwul.com .

RWUL Presents: 3rd Annual “I Luv Africa” Film Festival in Ghana

Location: Goethe-Institut in Accra Ghana 

(Light Fare and Refreshments Provided)

FREE TO THE PUBLIC

Dates: Oct. 21-24, 2015

October 21: 

RWUL's Video Art Exhibit-Filmmakers Welcome Party & Networking Event

October 22: 

Special Screening & Panel Discussion: African Women& Cinema

October 23: 

ILAFF 2015 Short Film Program and Filmmaker Q&A Panel Discussion

October 24: 

ILAFF 2015 Feature Film Premiere Q&A Panel Discussion

About ILAFF in Ghana

RWUL had two successful “I Luv Africa” Film Festivals in Ghana at the Goethe-Institut and will be holding the 3rd annual film festival again at the Goethe-Institut!  This annual presentation of RWUL Presents: “I Luv Africa” Film Festival in Ghana will celebrate the work of independent filmmakers of African descent from around the globe.  RWUL (Reel Worldwide Underground Link) is a non- profit organization based in the US that promotes independent film and cinema by hosting film festivals, film screenings, and educational programs.  The “I Luv Africa” Film Festival in Ghana will be a four day event FREE to the public that will feature short films, a feature film premiere, and panel discussions along with filmmaker appearances and a special opening networking event. For more information please visit our blog site for more information on ILAFF 2015: http://luvafricafilmfest.weebly.com/filmmakers.html .

© 2015 RWUL www.rwul.com

SPONSORED BY RWUL, GOETHE-INSTITUT ACCRA, BGNB PRODUCTIONS, & YAV MAGAZINE 

RWUL Film Academy in Partnership with iSpace Ghana

The RWUL Film Academy and Monthly Screening Series in Ghana is a new project aimed at engaging independent filmmakers with aspiring and up incoming filmmakers in Ghana. Through workshops, a film lab, networking, and other resources, the RWUL Film Academy will host in partnership with iSpace in Ghana monthly film screenings where artists will be able to critique and view work of their peers.  The RWUL Film Academy Website has more information and details on how to get involved.

View Video Message Here:
RWUL Film Academy

Donate to the RWUL Film Academy Here:

http://www.gofundme.com/rwulfilmacademy

Book Release Party Success More Poetry Reading Dates to Come...

 

The book release day party for "My Relation to the Sun" in Brooklyn NY at Joloff Restaurant was a huge success and so much fun despite the snowy weather. Good people, good food, and good vibes. Copies of Rebekah Frimpong's first book "My Relation to the Sun" were and solid connections made with new people and fellow poets. Special thanks to E AsLoveWater Poet, Ram Riches, and Peter Barr Music! Please check out "My Relation to the Sun" available for purchase on Amazon. 

YAV Magazine is Back!

After a long hiatus of 10 months, Rebekah Frimpong is re-launching YAV (Young African Visionaries) Magazine!  Rebekah first came up with the concept for YAV Magazine in 2011 after a failed attempt to make a documentary film of the same name "Young African Visionaries" that would follow the stories of fascinating young Africans in various fields of work and across the globe. 


So in 2012, Rebekah turned her film idea into a magazine and successfully released five issues from 2012-2013.  In 2014, Rebekah gave birth to her first child; a boy and unfortunately had to battle cancer shortly after his birth.  Recovered and refreshed, Rebekah is looking for a new beginning with YAV Magazine and its revised mission to be opened up to a new Pan-African vision sharing the stories of not only young Africans but the stories of those that inspire them as well.


Visit YAV Magazine at www.yavmagazine.com

Book Release Day Party

On Feb. 21, from 3-5pm in Brooklyn New York, Rebekah Frimpong will be celebrating the release of her first book "My Relation to the Sun" a collection of poetry and original photography.  The release day party will be open to the public at Joloff Restaurant in Brooklyn, NY and will feature performances by featured poets E AsPoetLoveWater and Ram Riches with music by Peter Barr Music.  Entry is free with meal dinning in at Joloff Restaurant and "My Relation to the Sun" books will be available for sale at a discounted price for this special event.

Giving a Helping Hand

From October to November 2014, Rebekah Frimpong helped out longtime mentee and photographer Bwette Daniel Gilbert who is based in Uganda, fund raise for a new camera and equipment. The IndieGoGo campaign to raise funds was successful and in December 2014 Bwette Daniel Gilbert received his new camera and equipment just in time to start working on his new photo archiving Hip-Hop project in Uganda. Rebekah hopes to help out more young artists later this year with her RWUL Film Academy in Ghana (more info can be found here www.rwul.com ) .