WORM x IFFR

From Tuesday 30 January to Friday 2 February, IFFR and WORM team up for four nights of collaborative programming. WORM, a longstanding partner and the central hub of film-related live performances, will be the home of WORM x IFFR: a wildly eclectic programme combining film, music and more.

The lineup ranges from an Art Rotterdam-themed night, featuring performances and video artists participating in the art event, to a one-hour live punk teaser by Edgar Pêra and João Lima, who will present CineComix, dedicated to iconic comic book authors. Other evenings feature cult programmer Alex Diehl, who curates a selection of Wakaliwood films, followed by a pan-African Dance Party crafted by club programmer Frederik Teixiera. And a glimpse into the wondrous world of Bernardo Zanotta.

PROGRAMME

Tuesday 30 January

WORM x IFFR x ART ROTTERDAM
IFFR, Art Index and filmmakers/curators Erika Vati and Marieke van der Lippe organise an evening featuring films and performances by film and video artists who generally exhibit their work in galleries and museums. All creators will be present and engage in conversations with Erika and Marieke about their work.

Including: the performance Come, Memory by Katrina Niebergal & Bergur Thomas Anderson, Upstream Gallery with video art by Jeroen Jongeleen, and H(A)L with new work from Tan/Jong.

Wednesday 31 January

WORM x IFFR: Edgar Pêra
One-hour live punk teaser by IFFR-regular Edgar Pêra and João Lima, who will present CineComix, dedicated to iconic comic book authors.

Thursday 1 February

WORM x IFFR: Cannibal Poetics
This compilation of short films aims to devour reality through the prism of fiction, seeking to expose connections between the practice of writing and filming the real with the colonialist apparatus, and further subverting it through queer parody. The programme includes work by Chick Strand, Jack Smith, Bernardo Zanotta and Thiago Antunes.

Friday 2 February

WORM x IFFR: Bad Black, Wakaliwood Whackdown!
We proudly present the seminal 2005 no-budget cult film Bad Black, directed by Nabwana I.G.G. – also known as the Ugandan Quentin Tarantino. The tale spans crime, vengeance and family ties, following a young girl’s transformation into ‘Bad Black,’ a fearless leader in Kampala’s underworld. With incredible homemade special effects, a stunning climax and a special bonus!

Your film ticket will also give you access to the electrifying club night with bouncing Afro beats by Donn Stone, Samwho, Ceciel Moyano (live percussion!).