Ifeoluwa Fatogun, the talented film producer behind the critically acclaimed documentary “DunDun”, shares her thoughts on taking home the Best Documentary award at the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA).
A Surreal Moment
Reflecting on her win, Ifeoluwa described the feeling as “indescribable”, saying, “Hearing our names and confirming that we won was a big deal for us. It’s a confirmation and endorsement of the hard work that we do.”
What Made “DunDun” Stand Out
Ifeoluwa attributes the documentary’s success to its intentional storytelling and preservation of Yoruba culture. “This project entails preserving our culture and what our forefathers used to do… We put in so much beyond money, and it made our work stand out.”
The Future of Nollywood
In an interview, Ifeoluwa shared her thoughts on the evolving film industry, embracing the opportunities brought by AI and celebrating the new wave of young creatives pushing boundaries.
Producing “DunDun”
Ifeoluwa credited the project’s success to her team’s alignment and cooperation, particularly the masters who were very cooperative. “We had to go further than we envisioned, but everything went well.”
