Sisters of the Screen - African Women in the Cinema

The documentary features interviews with notable directors such as Safi Faye, Sarah Maldoror, and Ngozi Onwurah, among others. It showcases their work and addresses the complexities of cultural authenticity within the film industry. Ellerson also revisits the 1991 FESPACO festival, where diasporic women faced exclusion from discussions meant for African women.

At 73 minutes long, this film serves as both an anthology and a tribute to the influential figures in African cinema. It provides an important perspective on the challenges and achievements of women filmmakers from Africa and the diaspora.