Film at The Africa Center: Restless City

Join us on Thursday, April 17th, 2025 at 7:00PM ET for a Film at The Africa Center screening of Restless City by director Andrew Dosunmu.

In partnership with the African Film Festival, Film at The Africa Center showcases a selection of films by emerging African filmmakers. These films reflect a range of genres, themes, and visual styles, allowing audiences to experience the vibrant tapestry of African cinema.

About The Film: An indie retelling of the Horatio Alger myth, Restless City follows a few days in the life of Djibril, a Senegalese immigrant living in Harlem. Djibril survives selling CDs on Canal Street, hoping the day will come when he will be recognized as a great singer and will be able to go back with his parents to Africa. He pursues his dream of becoming a musician following the rhythms of the big city in his scooter and trying not to get involved in shady business. Everything changes when he meets Trini, a gorgeous African woman and prostitute working for Bekay, the neighborhood loan shark.

Events are free and open to all. Registration does not guarantee entrance, so we recommend that you arrive early.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

The Africa Center, 1280 5th Avenue, New York, United States