Ten Namibian films will feature at this year's European Film Festival, scheduled to take place from 20th to 19th November in Windhoek.

The festival aims to reach broader audiences through diverse venues and specialised programming.

This year's theme focuses on bringing European and Namibian cinema closer together.

The Namibian films include Sea People of the Namibian Coast, Okuruwo, Uno and Hatango, Emaya and Speel Aan, among others.

Playing along European films such as Vena, Gloria, Rolling Papers and Mrs Robinson among others.

The Chairperson of the Filmmakers Association of Namibia, Tjuna Daringo, says the festival is promoting professional growth and collaboration opportunities for local filmmakers.

"We believe this festival will inspire and empower our local talent, promoting opportunities for collaboration and professional growth within our film industry. We invite everyone from aspiring filmmakers to seasoned professionals to engage with the films, partake in discussions, and celebrate our collective passion for cinema."

This year features children and community screenings that will be held in Katutura.

A portion of the festival focuses on professional development within the creative economy.

Focusing on cinematic sound design and co-production.

"For us, supporting film means supporting the wider creative industry, the filmmakers, the writers, the producers and all the young creatives who are building Namibia's creative economy and telling its stories. So over the next few weeks, come for the film, stay for the conversation and engage the creatives behind the stories," says Head of EU Partnership, Alexandre Baron.

Screenings will take place every Tuesday and Thursday at Goethe Institute and Franco-Namibian Cultural Centre.