This event is in the past.It took place on May 16, 2026 at Maysles Documentary Center.








The New York African Film Festival brings bold African storytelling to an intimate Harlem setting. Catch a double feature of The Book of Ahmad and French Touch, then stick around for a post-screening discussion with fellow film lovers.
African film festival
Filmmaker discussions
Intimate theatre
Independent cinema
Tips
🎬"intimate theatre... great for meet-the-filmmaker discussions"
💳annual membership or pay a la carte
$15
Nyaff – The Book Of Ahmad + French Touch








The New York African Film Festival brings bold African storytelling to an intimate Harlem setting. Catch a double feature of The Book of Ahmad and French Touch, then stick around for a post-screening discussion with fellow film lovers.
African film festival
Filmmaker discussions
Intimate theatre
Independent cinema
Tips
🎬"intimate theatre... great for meet-the-filmmaker discussions"
💳annual membership or pay a la carte
$15
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