The SA film industry mourns as the “Tsotsi” lead actor passes on.
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Cannes Jury President, Alice Rohrwacher, Applauds Akinola Davies Jr’s “My Father’s Shadow”
Cannes Jury President Alice Rohrwacher hails ‘My Father’s Shadow’ as a standout film, citing its ‘phantasmagorical, ghost-like’ qualities.
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“Nigeria Is Having This Great Global Moment” — Minister Hannatu Musawa Unveils Vision at Cannes as ‘My Father’s Shadow’ Makes History
Minister Hannatu Musa Musawa outlined her plans for Nigeria’s creative economy.
Cannes gives visibility to African cinema as Congolese filmmaker Dieudo Hamadi joins the Feature Film Jury at the festival.
Fally Ipupa’s debut film, Rumba Royale, will premiere in December release; it’s been acquired by Pathé Touch Afrique.
Get the dates on the premiering of African films at Cannes 2025, featuring African filmmakers in the jury, at the 77th Cannes.
Funke Akindele will release her 2020 blockbuster picture, “Omo Ghetto: The Saga”, to YouTube for free streaming on May 10.
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Benin Kingdom Epic “Osamede” To Premiere At Pavillon Afriques During Cannes Festival
Nigerian historical fantasy film “Osamede” by James Omokwe and Lilian Olubi is set to premiere at 2025 Cannes Film Market.
Marc Zinga is a jury member for the 2025 edition the documentary prize established by the Cannes Film Festival and La Scam.
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Congolese Director Dieudo Hamadi And French-Moroccan Novelist Leïla Slimani Join 2025 Cannes Jury
The pair of African creative professionals will join the 2025 Cannes jury, which is led by French actress Juliette Binoche.
