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CJ Obasi’s “Mami Wata” selected for the World Cinema Dramatic Competition

Mami Water is nominated for the World Cinema Grand Jury Prize, Directing, and Special Jury…

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“Mami Wata” Review: The C.J. “Fiery” Obasi-Directed Drama is Bold, Beautiful, and Makes a Political Statement

Without exaggerating, Mami Wata belongs to a canon of its own. The film belongs to…

Africa’s Film Industry
What Trends Will Drive Africa’s Film Industry in 2025?

As a result of increased pan-African co-productions, the African film industry is poised to witness…

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Moussa Sène Absa and the Trilogy that Redefines African Femininity in Film

In all three films, Absa, through his complex, multidimensional female characters that defy stereotypes, critiques…

Africa’s Iconic Pop Culture Moments of 2023 (1)
Africa’s Iconic Pop Culture Moments of 2023

As the year comes to an end, and in eagerness for what is to come…

“Four Daughters”, “The Mother of All Lies”, and Two Other African Films Shortlisted For the 2024 Oscars

Final voting is slated for February 22nd to 27th, while the grand ceremony for the…

Race to the Oscars 2024: A Look at the African Stories Vying for Best International Feature Film

The selected films have impressively shown great potential, having garnered recognition and critical acclaim from…

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Funding and Collaboration in Nollywood: What Could “The Black Book” Tech Investors Mean for Filmmakers in Nigeria?

With more resources at their disposal, Nigerian filmmakers can explore new narratives and uncharted areas…

AMAA 2023 Nominees List - Afrocritik
“Mami Wata”, “Aníkúlápó ”, “Gangs of Lagos”, Among Top Nominees for 2023 AMAA

Omen by Belgian-Congolese filmmaker, Baloji, stands tall with an astounding 13 nominations, making it the…

Aya Films Acquires UK Rights to “Mami Wata,” Set for Release in Fall

Since wrapping production in January 2021, Mami Wata has been on a winning streak, racking…