A Towering Legacy: The Life and Impact of NBA Icon Dikembe Mutombo
The Pan African Film Festival (PAFF) is proud to present a special Spotlight Screening of Mount Mutombo at The Culver Theater on Tuesday, February 11, at 8:55 PM. This powerful and deeply moving documentary chronicles the extraordinary life of NBA Hall of Famer Dikembe Mutombo—from his humble beginnings in the Congo to his lasting influence on and off the court.
Through rare interviews with former teammates, coaches, and family, Mount Mutombo paints an intimate portrait of a man whose towering presence wasn’t just felt in the NBA but in communities worldwide. Featuring insights from Allen Iverson, Adam Silver, Alonzo Mourning, Patrick Ewing, David Falk, Tracy McGrady, Hakeem Olajuwon, Masai Ujiri, Larry Brown, Bernie Bickerstaff, and Jeff Van Gundy, the film delivers an unforgettable look at Mutombo’s game-changing career, his leadership, and his unwavering commitment to humanitarian efforts.
More than just a basketball story, Mount Mutombo is a testament to the power of resilience, service, and legacy. It reminds us that greatness isn’t just measured in championships—it’s defined by the impact we leave behind.
Join us at The Culver Theater for this must-see screening that celebrates one of basketball’s most beloved figures and a true force for change. Tickets are on sale at paff.org.
The 2025 Pan African Film & Arts Festival is taking place February 4-17 in Los Angeles with screenings, panels, and exclusive Q&A sessions featuring the filmmakers and stars who are shaping the future of cinema. For tickets, schedules, and more information, visit paff.org.
Join us as we celebrate the voices that refuse to be silenced and the art that brings us together.
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The Pan African Film and Arts Festival is proud to be supported by an incredible lineup of sponsors who share our commitment to celebrating Black art, culture, and storytelling. This year’s sponsors include Los Angeles County Supervisor Holly J. Mitchell, District 2, the Los Angeles County Department of Arts and Culture, Culver City, the City of Los Angeles, Los Angeles City Council President Marqueece Harris-Dawson, District 8, Los Angeles City Councilmembers Curren D. Price Jr., District 9 and Heather Hutt, District 10, and Westfield Culver City. Additional support for PAFF comes from Stocker Street Creative, Gilead Sciences, SAGindie, Sony Pictures, DGA, US Bank, BeiGene, apple TV+, and the Black Alliance for Just Immigration (BAJI). The Immigrant Magazine is a proud media partner for the festival.
About Pan African Film & Arts Festival:
The Pan African Film & Arts Festival (PAFF) is one of the longest-running and most respected cultural events dedicated to showcasing the artistic achievements of the Black and African diaspora. Since its inception, PAFF has provided a dynamic platform for filmmakers, artists, and performers to share their stories, celebrate their heritage, and inspire audiences through powerful and thought-provoking works. More at paff.org.
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