An emotional Kaouther Ben Hania used her acceptance speech at the 2024 Lumière Awards in Paris, France, where she was honored for her documentary LES FILLES D’OLFA (FOUR DAUGHTERS), as a platform for empathy and advocacy.
Author: Tambay A. Obenson
Suzy Bemba Is a European “Shooting Star”
The European Shooting Stars program has been a critical stepping stone for many actors, helping to launch international careers by increasing their visibility within the global film community.
PARLONS GRAND-MÈRE: A Window into African Film Production in 1989 with Mambéty and Ouédraogo
One African cinema luminary (Djibril Diop Mambéty) documented the production of the most recognized film but another African cinema luminary (Idrissa Ouédraogo)
Exploring Sustainable Film Financing for Africa…
Film financing across African territories is a topic I will continue to raise as models continue to evolve.
Disney+ Will Release Acclaimed Doc MADU – Story of a Nigerian Ballet Dancer Who Went Viral (Trailer)
The film follows Madu’s journey from Lagos to the prestigious Elmhurst Ballet School in the UK, exploring themes of discovery, growth, belonging, and acceptance.
MultiChoice Rejects Canal+ Takeover Bid
MultiChoice views the bid as not reflective of its full business value, including potential synergies from a merger.
Navigating the Berlinale’s Controversial Invitation Through the Lens of African Cinemas
Reflecting on the personal and professional challenges faced by journalists covering the intersection of politics, culture, and cinema.
SHAIHU UMAR: A Nigerian Rediscovery, Restoration, and Representation
SHAIHU UMAR, directed by Adamu Halilu in 1976, is a notable work of Nigerian cinema that was once thought to be lost. It was *rediscovered* in 2016 when the negatives and prints were found in the Nigerian Film Corporation’s archive.
IFFR Review: THE BALLAD OF SUZANNE CÉSAIRE Moves Beyond Biopic Into Realm of Cinematic Séance
While its stylistic choices might not cater to all tastes, its artistic vision and the importance of its subject matter make it a noteworthy contribution to the landscape of biographical cinema.