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Zimbabwean Filmmaker Naishe Nyamubaya Among 2026 Sundance Screenwriters Fellows
The Sundance Institute has named the 2026 Screenwriters Lab and Intensive fellows, with Zimbabwean writer-director Naishe Nyamubaya included
Jan 170 min read


Oscars 2026 Shortlists: ‘Sinners’, ‘Wicked: For Good’ & ‘Frankenstein’ Lead the Academy Race
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has revealed its 2026 Oscar shortlists, with Sinners, Wicked: For Good and Frankenstein …
Dec 24, 20252 min read


Leonardo DiCaprio Says AI Can’t Replace Human Art: “It Lacks Humanity”
Leonardo DiCaprio argues that while AI may assist filmmakers, it can’t create true art because it lacks human emotion and depth…
Dec 23, 20251 min read


Trailer: A Very Dirty Christmas - Already Stirring Festive Chaos
The official trailer for A Very Dirty Christmas — watch as Ini Edo and cast bring festive chaos and mayhem to cinemas this holiday season.
Dec 22, 20251 min read


EU Reaffirms Support for Nigeria’s Film Scene as 537 Short Films Enter Competition
The European Union renewed its backing for Nigeria’s creative industry at the Zuma Film Festival, spotlighting 537 entries in the 2025 EU ..
Dec 22, 20252 min read


Tunisian Film ‘Promised Sky’ Claims Top Prize at Marrakech Film Festival
Erige Sehiri’s Promised Sky emerged as the biggest winner at the Marrakech International Film Festival, earning the Golden Star Grand Prize.
Dec 22, 20251 min read


Carthage Film Festival 2025 Wraps With Egyptian, Nigerian and Tunisian Winners
The 36th Carthage Film Festival concluded in Tunis with The Stories winning the Golden Tanit, My Father’s Shadow and Sink also earning top..
Dec 22, 20252 min read


Kenya Film Commission Launches Women-in-Film Programme to Boost Leadership and Enterprise Growth
The Kenya Film Commission and GIZ have launched a Women-in-Film Incubation Programme to strengthen women’s leadership, enterprise skills …
Dec 22, 20252 min read


Ini Edo’s “A Very Dirty Christmas” Controversy Shows Why Titles Are Now Part of the Box Office Strategy
As NFVCB engages producers and CAN criticises the title “A Very Dirty Christmas,” the debate highlights how naming choices can shape buzz.
Dec 22, 20251 min read


Rwanda’s First Christmas-Themed Movie The Bridge of Christmas Premieres This Friday
Rwanda is set to premiere its first locally produced Christmas film this Friday, marking a festive milestone for the country’s growing…
Dec 22, 20251 min read


David Breaks North American Box Office Records With Historic Faith-Animation Opening
Animated musical David has delivered a record-setting North American debut, surpassing classic faith-based animated films and redefining …
Dec 21, 20251 min read


Patience Ozokwor Honoured at Regal Film Festival in Accra
Nollywood icon Patience Ozokwor has been honoured at Ghana’s Regal Film Festival, celebrating her decades-long impact on African film
Dec 21, 20252 min read
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