Presented in partnership with Films on the Green 2024.

About the Film

The Golden Ball is an engaging tale that follows Bandian, a boy of twelve years, who runs very fast and is a boy-wonder on the soccer field. His friends call him the turbo Makono, named after the village where he lives, and predict that he will eventually become a international soccer player.
About Cheik Doukoure

About our Summer Series

During this annual series, AFF presents free programs throughout NYC, in public venues and city parks, including screenings of African cinema and family-friendly events such as the annual Family Day Celebration on Governors Island. Learn More