Film

2024 - 10 - 20

From Nigerian Creativity to Global Cinema: Traffic Wins Big!

Aaron Kaufman - Adam Elliot - Film Festivals - Inspiration - Memoir of a Snail - Pharrell Williams - Saudi Film Confex - Teodora Ana Mihai - Will Smith - Winners

Get ready for a filmmaking fiesta as 'Traffic' snags an award in Poland while local legends shine at the Saudi Film Confex!

In a thrilling wave of cinematic successes, Teodora Ana Mihai's gripping film 'Traffic' has been crowned the winner of the prestigious 40th Warsaw Film Festival. Written by the acclaimed Cristian Mungiu and featuring the talented Anamaria Vartolomei, 'Traffic' delves into the heart of complex human emotions and societal issues, captivating audiences worldwide. The recognition at such a renowned international festival showcases not just the brilliance of Mihai’s direction but also highlights the powerful storytelling that has become a hallmark of global cinema today.

Meanwhile, in the lively atmosphere of the Saudi Film Confex, superstar Will Smith took the stage to share his invaluable career insights as the local film industry is rapidly evolving. Smith's presence at the event underscores the importance of nurturing talent in regions that are beginning to carve out a niche on the global film map. His words resonated with budding filmmakers, who are eager to harness both local narratives and universal themes in their storytelling, ensuring a wider audience reach.

On the home front, Nigerian creative agency Kennysoft STUDIOs is making waves by securing a prestigious bid to produce Zipline’s upcoming projects. This achievement not only marks a significant milestone for Kennysoft STUDIOs but also emphasizes the potential of Nigeria’s film and media industry to compete on the international stage. As a hub of creativity and innovation, Nigeria's filmmakers are setting their sights on groundbreaking content that resonates globally, leveraging technology and artistic expression.

As we celebrate these incredible achievements in filmmaking, it’s worth noting that Nigeria is not just making its mark on the film landscape; it is also poised to be a pivotal player in the global desk of storytelling. Did you know that the Nigerian film industry (Nollywood) is one of the largest in the world, producing over 2,500 films annually? Such numbers showcase a vibrant culture ready to burst into the global spotlight.

Additionally, with Will Smith’s influential narrative and the impacts shared at the Saudi Film Confex, the collaboration between local talents and global icons encourages a more intertwined filmmaking community. As 'Traffic' wins accolades overseas and Kennysoft STUDIOs makes strides at home, the future of film is looking brighter than a Nigerian sun at high noon!

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'Traffic' Wins at Warsaw Film Festival (Variety)

Teodora Ana Mihai's 'Traffic,' written by Cristian Mungiu and featuring Anamaria Vartolomei, was named the winner of the 40th Warsaw Film Festival.

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Will Smith Shares Career Insights at Saudi Film Confex (Variety)

As the Saudi industry rapidly matures, local filmmakers are now looking for a more global reach.

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Kennysoft STUDIOs wins prestigious bid to produce Zipline ... (Daily Post Nigeria)

Kennysoft STUDIOs, one of Nigeria's fastest-growing creative agencies, is proud to announce its latest achievement: winning the bid to produce a.

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France Hikes Coin for Classic Film Restoration, Cinemas ... (Variety)

While visiting the Lumiere Festival in the city of Lyon, French Culture Minister Rachida Dati unveiled a significant budget increase aimed at restoring and ...

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'My Dead Friend Zoe,' 'Porcelain War,' 'Brooklyn, Minnesota' Among ... (Deadline)

The film stars Sonequa Martin-Green, Natalie Morales, Ed Harris, and Morgan Freeman in a tale of a female veteran of the war in Afghanistan who “comes head to ...

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NatureTrack Film Festival Winners Announced (Santa Barbara Independent)

Dedicated to celebrating both the beauty of nature and the art of filmmaking, the NatureTrack Film Festival was held in Goleta for the second year in a row ...

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Kazakh Director Releases Film about Legendary Wrestler ... (Astana Times)

ASTANA – Film director Kanagat Mustafin's latest movie, “Kazhymukan” about wrestler Kazhymukan Munaitpasov, premiered on Oct. 10. The film, which took over ...

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'Memoir of a Snail' Wins Top Prize at London Film Festival (Variety)

The 68th BFI London Film Festival has announced its competition winners, including 'Memoir of a Snail' and 'On Falling'

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London Film Festival: 'Memoir Of A Snail' Takes Best Film, 'On ... (Deadline)

'Memoir Of A Snail' by Adam Elliot won best film.

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'Memoir of a Snail,' 'Mother Vera' Win BFI London Film Festival Awards (Hollywood Reporter)

Honors for best first feature and best short film were also unveiled as 'Piece by Piece,' Morgan Neville's animated LEGO biopic of Pharrell Williams, ...

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'Emotionally resonant' animation wins top prize at London film festival (The Guardian)

Jury names Adam Elliot's Memoir of a Snail as best film in first for stop-motion feature.

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BFI London Film festival unveils 2024 award winners (Screen International)

The Grierson Award for Best Documentary went to Cecile Embleton and Alys Tomlinson's UK title Mother Vera, about a young Orthodox nun who must confront her past ...

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'Edge of Space' director Jean de Meuron on his X-15 film and having ... (Space.com)

An interview with "Edge of Space" director Jean de Meuron, as well as a clip from the new film about NASA's famous X-15 rocket plane.

Award winners announced at 2024 BFI London Film Festival (BFI)

The winning films explore a fascinating breadth of themes and stories, with best film going to Adam Elliot's Memoir of a Snail.

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Aaron Kaufman Dead: 'Superpower' Director Was 51 (Variety)

Kaufman was Robert Rodriguez's producing partner and shepherded such films as 'Sin City: A Dame to Kill For,' 'Machete' and 'Machete Kills.'

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Pharrell's 'Piece by Piece' U.K. Screening Disrupted by Protesters (Variety)

The BFI London Film Festival screening of Pharrell Williams' animated biopic 'Piece by Piece' was disrupted by animal rights protesters on Sunday.

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"Memoir of a Snail" Takes Top Prize At London Film Festival ... (SHOOT Online)

Director Adam Elliot's Memoir of a Snail won the Best Film Award at the BFI London Film Festival which wrapped today (10/20). The funny and moving stop-mo.

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LFF Best Film winner 'Memoir Of A Snail' acquired for UK-Ireland ... (Screen International)

Australian director Elliot's second feature-length animation is a story of a melancholic woman – voiced by Sarah Snook – who is a hoarder of snails, romance ...

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Restored Indian film 'Maya Miriga' screened at Il Cinema Ritrovato ... (The Brown Daily Herald)

The annual film festival, held in Italy by the archival organization Cineteca di Bologna, screens restored works from film laboratories and international ...

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Romanian film review – The New Year That Never Came & BIEFF (Romania-Insider.com)

In the tradition of episodic films, the characters of one story intersect another, and eventually they come together in a grand finale. The film is well-cast ...

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Films and families to benefit from new grants in Northampton (BBC News)

Northampton Film Festival and Family Support Link are the latest recipients of town council grants.

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Tony Todd, Sean Young's 'The Activated Man' Sets Theatrical Release (Variety)

Nicholas Gyeney's supernatural thriller 'The Activated Man,' featuring Tony Todd and Sean Young, is coming to theaters and VOD this December.

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'Memoir Of A Snail' Beats Out Live-Action Films, Wins Top Prize At ... (Cartoon Brew)

Animation came out on top at the 68th BFI London Film Festival as Adam Elliot's Memoir of a Snail, the one animated feature in the main official competition for ...

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