FRANCOPHONIE FESTIVAL | The Return of the Lion and the Rhino
Saturday 19 March 02:00 PM
Le théâtre , Alliance Française de Singapour
Director: Laurie Hedges
Rating: PG
More info here.
This documentary by film-maker, Laurie Hedges, highlights the developments made in Akagera National Park, managed by the Rwanda Development Board (RDB) in partnership with African Parks. The film focuses on the return of two iconic species; lion and rhino in recent years. The overarching theme is that conservation is not just about protecting wildlife, it’s about people. Local people should be at the core of conservation, benefitting from it, and actively participating in it, and how the return of these two iconic species is seeing this happen.
This film will be followed by a short documentary titled A Walk through
the Land of a Thousand Hills, directed by Chema Domenech.
36m
English and Kinyarwanda (with English subtitles)
Rwanda, 2018/2021
Documentary
About Neill Gautier - Drums
Neill Gautier is a performer, teacher and composer driven by a passion for spontaneous composition. The founder of Neill’s Jazz Lab, he is an award-winning drummer and instructor with over 20 years of teaching and performance experience. Through his travels, he has explored diverse styles from jazz and funk to Afro-Cuban and electronic music. In Belgium, he delved into contemporary jazz, while in Cameroon, he immersed in traditional African music. These experiences enriched his artistry, allowing him to blend influences and transcend genres.
About Faizal - Guzheng
An avid world music lover, Mohamed Faizal is Singapore’s only Malay to master the art of playing the Guzheng. He has been playing the Guzheng since he was 19 years old, getting his education from Nanyang Polytechnic. He has been performing locally and overseas interpreting music from various genres and ethnicities and he has been well received. Last year, in 2025, he was invited to speak at TEDx Global and also perform in President's Challenge Night.
About People Of Wine
People of Wine was created in 2024 by Geraldine Bablot, a French national living in Singapore since 2010. Over the years, Geraldine has celebrated artisanal wines and uncovered the stories behind the winemakers. People of Wine is her dream realized.
The mission of People of Wine is to spotlight winemakers and growers who pour heart and soul into every bottle. Each wine reflects authenticity, craft, and character. The goal: helping customers discover bottles that spark connection.
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