“Filmmaking is a craft, a skill that can be learned.” — F. Siri
LA'A LOM
The Village Forge • The Documentary House
A space dedicated to the preservation, creation, and promotion of documentary film in the heart of Cameroon
The LA'A LOM Project
01.
— 📚 Resource Center
A resource center for documentary film and African cinema
02.
— 🎬 Conservation Area
Preservation of Jean Marie Teno's films and the films produced during the Patrimoines-Heritage workshops.
03.
— 🏠 Artist Residency
A space for writing and developing documentary films
04.
— 🎓 Education
Training in local crafts and filmmaking
05.
— 🔧 Workshops
Residency for the Patrimoines-Heritage Workshops
Jean Marie Teno
Biography
A socially conscious documentary filmmaker, Jean Marie Teno explores Africa’s history and contemporary realities through his work.
Commitments
A body of work marked by a deep commitment to memory, social justice, and the decolonization of the imagination.
Filmography
Films that challenge, shed light on, and transform our perspective on Africa and its history
Creation & Succession
🎓Education
Training in local crafts, passing on filmmaking skills and techniques.
🏡 Residential Buildings
Hosting artists-in-residence for the writing, development, and production of documentary projects.
🤝 Support
Personalized support for film projects, from conception to distribution.
Archives & Resources
🎞️ Must-See Movies
A collection of essential documentary films from African and world cinema.
📚 Reference Materials
Resource library for film research and production.
📝 Texts & Manifestos
Historical documents, manifestos, and theoretical writings on African cinema.
SUPPORT LA'A LOM
Your support enables us to preserve Africa’s cinematic heritage and train the next generation of filmmakers.