In a landmark moment for Nigerian cinema, My Father’s Shadow, directed by Akinola Davies Jr., has become the first Nigerian film to be officially selected for the Cannes Film Festival’s Un Certain Regard section. This achievement not only signifies international recognition for Nigerian storytelling but also heralds a new chapter for Nollywood on the global... Read More

May 29, 2019

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Mati Diop is the first black woman to win the Grand Prix at Cannes, and now her movie ”Atlantique” has been picked up by Netflix

I love it when black people achieve something great. Even better: when black women achieve something great. Such is the case of French-Senegalese filmmaker Mati Diop who, this week, made history as the first black woman to win the Grand Prix at Cannes, one of its two most prestigious prizes. Here’s the film’s official synopsis:... Read More

Here are the Nollywood stars attending the 2019 Cannes Film Festival

This year’s Cannes Film Festival officially kicked off yesterday in Cannes, France, and it was preceded by a little buzz: African filmmakers, artistes and distributors will get a section to market their films at festival. The Pavillon Afriques, a platform for the promotion of African and Black cinema to film professionals from across the globe,... Read More

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February 1, 2019

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Pavillon Afriques secures for the first time film section for African film makers and distributors at Cannes Film Festival

Pavillon Afriques, a platform which provides access to African and Black cinema content has acquired an iconic white tent within the Marché du Film (International Village) of the Cannes Film Festival 2019 for African filmmakers, artistes, distributors and key stakeholders in the industry to showcase their content and unique potential. Situated within the Marché du... Read More

Too cheeky: This woman takes the WORST dressed prize in Cannes (LOOK)

by Isi Esene The lesbian film La Vie d’Adele which premiered at the Cannes Film Festival has managed to garner a lot of attention due to its explicit ten minute long sex scene. But not minding the movie’s reputation, an unknown guest made a show of herself on the red carpet on Thursday as she greeted... Read More

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May 20, 2013

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This is not a drill: Hollywood actors panic as blank shots are fired at the Cannes Film Festival

A live outdoor television broadcast from the Cannes Film Festival was briefly interrupted Friday when what sounded like gunshots sent crew and spectators scurrying for cover. Actors Christoph Waltz and Daniel Auteuil were among guests being interviewed on the Canal Plus program “Le Grand Journal” when what sounded like gunfire rang out. Television footage showed... Read More

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May 24, 2012

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Hot!: Pictures of D’banj at Kanye West’s movie ‘Cruel Summer’ premiere, read the reviews

by Tolu Orekoya D’Banj is just not content to stay in one spot. The last I heard, the singer was busy in the UK watching his single rise up through various charts. Now he’s in France? Why? Well, he’s currently kicking it with the rich and famous, as well as other members of the G.O.O.D. Music crew... Read More

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Finally, Nigeria gets an official selection at Cannes – here’s why that matters

Mati Diop is the first black woman to win the Grand Prix at Cannes, and now her movie ”Atlantique” has been picked up by Netflix

Here are the Nollywood stars attending the 2019 Cannes Film Festival

Pavillon Afriques secures for the first time film section for African film makers and distributors at Cannes Film Festival

Cannes Film Festival: Winnie Harlow steps out in a showstopping Zuhair Murad gown

The Cannes Film Festival red carpet fashion is mind-blowing and it’s only Day 2

What They Wore: Kim Kadarshian Makes A Glittering Appearance At Cannes Film Festival

Too cheeky: This woman takes the WORST dressed prize in Cannes (LOOK)

This is not a drill: Hollywood actors panic as blank shots are fired at the Cannes Film Festival

Hot!: Pictures of D’banj at Kanye West’s movie ‘Cruel Summer’ premiere, read the reviews

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