African Stars Shine at the Gotham Awards 2025

The 35th annual Gotham Awards took place on December 1, 2025, at Cipriani Wall Street in New York. As one of the earliest events in awards season, the Gothams often shape the conversation leading up to the Oscars. This year, African talent took center stage. Several actors and filmmakers from the continent won major honors, […]

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My Father’s Shadow Gets Official Nigerian Poster Ahead of September 19 Release

My Father’s Shadow will hit Nigerian cinemas on September 19, 2025. Director Akinola Davies Jr. has unveiled an official poster for the local market. FilmOne Nigeria will distribute the acclaimed film nationwide. The new poster captures the film’s emotional tone and nostalgic mood. This marks a significant moment for Nigerian cinema. The story finally returns […]

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My Father’s Shadow: Nigeria’s Historic Cannes Drama on Family and Forgiveness

My Father’s Shadow is a 2025 Nigerian drama directed by Akinola Davies Jr., marking history as the first Nigerian film ever selected for the Cannes Film Festival. Premiering in the Un Certain Regard section on May 18, 2025, the film earned a Special Mention for the Caméra d’Or. At its heart, it tells a moving […]

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