Madagascan cinema is gaining a new showcase. From August 20 to 23, the Havoria Anosy will host the second edition of the Madagascar Film Festival – ISSM Awards, organized by the Ivon-toeran’ny sarimihetsika sy ny sarimiaina malagasy (ISSM). A total of thirty-six films will compete across five categories: animation, short documentary, feature documentary, short fiction, and feature fiction.
The selection prioritizes recently produced and directed works, reflecting the sector’s dynamism. Notable entries include “Fara,” “Fesse Book,” and “Omby” in animation; four short documentaries, including “Riziculture d’Ankasina” and “Fora”; and four feature documentaries, such as “Joroterapia,” “Sampy,” and “Madame Zo.” The short fiction category features thirteen works, including “Rohy Miverina,” “Decision to Live,” and “The Encounter,” while twelve feature fictions are in the running, including “Mandrakizay Doria,” “Ohabolana 19:21,” “Safidy,” “Psychopaty,” and “Baba-koto.”
Beyond the competition, the ISSM aims to contribute to the professionalization of Malagasy cinema and promote directors, actors, and various production roles. The festival also plans to host discussions on the challenges facing the sector.
This second edition aims to strengthen the visibility of works, talents, and professionals contributing to the development of the seventh art in Madagascar.
Captured & Published at: 2026-08-18 05:39:10 (Madagascar Local Time EAT)
Original Source: https://www.lexpress.mg/2026/08/cinema-trente-six-films-entrent-en.html