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See Full List Of The Nominated Films At 2024 TINFF Awards

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July 9, 2024

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Excitement is brewing for the Toronto International Nollywood Film Festival (TINFF) Awards! This annual event, now in its 8th year, celebrates the best of Nigerian film and music. It’s a chance for industry professionals and fans to come together for screenings, workshops, and of course, the prestigious awards ceremony.

This year’s TINFF Awards hold even more significance. It’s the first African and Nigerian film festival to be accredited by Telefilm Canada and the Canadian Screen Awards (CSA), the leading film organization in Canada. This recognition highlights the growing global influence of Nollywood, Nigeria’s booming film industry.

The 2023 awards ceremony was a night to remember, honouring talented Nigerian actors like Omotola Jalade Ekehinde, Jide Oyegbile, and Stella Damasus.

Mark your calendars! The 2024 festival runs from September 8th to 15th, culminating in the gala and award night on September 14th and 15th, respectively.

Now, let’s meet the nominees! In the Best Actor category, we have Wale Ojo, Pete Edochie, and Uzor Arukwe – all set to deliver some serious competition. The Best Actress category boasts equally impressive talent: Tope Olowoniyan, Omowunmi Dada, and Sharon Ooja-Nwoke.

The TINFF Awards also recognize the contributions of female filmmakers. The Best African Female Filmmaker category features Cordelia Emeh and Biodun Stephen for “The Subterfuge,” and Tana Egbo-Adelana and Ego Nworji for “Tender Hedges.” Interestingly, “The Subterfuge” seems to be a strong contender this year, with multiple nominations.

With a respected jury, a diverse pool of nominees, and the growing global recognition of Nollywood, the 8th annual Toronto International Nollywood Film Festival promises to be a star-studded event. Keep an eye out for “The Subterfuge” and other nominees, and get ready to celebrate the magic of Nigerian cinema!

See the complete list below:

Best Actor – African Film

Emmanuel Ilondior – Foreign Path 2 – Canada
Emmanuel Kabongo – Sway – Canada
Pete Edochie – Nnewi The Land Of Gold – Nigeria
Ayo Makun – Merry Men 3 (Nemesis) – Nigeria
Wole Ojo and Ego Nworji – Tender Hedges – Nigeria
Jimmy Odukoya – I Am Nazzy – Nigeria
Bimbo Manuel – My Name Is Misan – Nigeria
Eso Dike – Why We Never Were – Nigeria
Uzor Arukwe – The Subterfuge – Nigeria – UK
Floyd Igbo – Shaping Us – Nigeria – UK
Mamadou Moustapha – Des Le Debut – Canada
Emmanuel Sabinus Chukwemeka – Dead Serious – Nigeria
James Gardner – Devil Is A Liar
Isaac Odeniran – Angry People Of God – UK – Nigeria

Best Actress – Nollywood Films

Tope Olowoniyan – Depth Of Us – Nigeria
Bukunmi Oluwasina – White and Black – Nigeria, Uk
Ireti Doyle – Merry Men 3 (Nemesis) – Nigeria
Nadia Buari – Merry Men 3 (Nemesis) – Ghana, Nigeria
Tana Egbo-Adelana – Ego Nworji – Tender Hedges – Nigeria
Omowunmi Dada – L.I.F.E. – Nigeria
Chinonso Arubayi – I Am Nazzy – Nigeria
Blessing Jessica Obasi – The Subterfuge – Nigeria, UK
Kambilia Ofili – Shaping Us – Nigeria
Osas Ighodaro – Love, Lust & Other Things – Nigeria
Sharon Ooja – Dead Serious – Nigeria
Nancy Isime – Move Like A Boss – Nigeria
Yvonne Jegede – Sunset In The North – Nigeria

Best Film – Nollywood

Daddy
Mirrors
Dangerous Mission
Rebellion
Survivors
The Subterfuge
Life
Broke and Proud
Tarella” Princess Of The Nile
Jagun Jagun (The Warrior)
Shapin Us
Afamefuna
Off The Edge
Tienes 24 Horas (24 Hours Left) – Spain
07.03 (7th of the 3rd)
Wole Soyinka
Love, Lust & Other Things

Best African Female Filmmaker

Cordelia Emeh and Biodun Stephen – The Subterfuge – Nigeria/United Kingdom
Claret Onukogu – Dangerous Mission – Nigeria
Doyinsola Ajayi and Linda Marrick–Maki – Nigeria
Chinonso Ngozi Arubayi – I Am Nazzy – Nigeria
Tana Egbo-Adelana – Ego Nworj – Tender Hedges – Nigeria
Lolo Eremie – Tarella: Princess Of The Nile – Nigeria
Chika Sally McKay – Patted Lie – Nigeria
Chinwe Eboh – Nnewi The Land Of Gold – Nigeria
Roberta Orioma 0 Why We Never Were – Nigeria
Pamela Tendayi Nyeke 0 Burns and Song – Zimbabwe

Best Music Video

Illusion of Ego – China
Italia – Italy
Shania Twain – Giddy Up – USA
25 Ifedola Street – Nigeria
Mother’s Love – AAMA KO Mamata – Nepal
Hair – Canada
New Me – USA
Heading For The Light – United Kingdom
Ahora (It Is Now) – Spain
Coyote – Pocho featuring MC Magic – USA
Mama Said – Germany
Me. You. The Sea – Austria
Dobriy Zloy – Sirotkin – Uzbekistan
Raindrops – USA
Gethsemane – Canada

The Best Experimental Film – Short

Chekhov – Syria
Wrong Direction – Germany
Blue – China
There Is Fire – France
Barbie, My Angel! – Vietnam
Release Nuclear Contaminated Water – Hong Kong
Olga’s Eyes – Belgium
Tear Of Ixora – Nigeria
Blessed By Sunlight – Kenya & Poland
Repercussions – Netherlands
Elegy – Belgium
Rever – Germany
Paired – Canada
Serial Hunters – Angola
Happy Curly
Survival – Nigeria

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Omoni Oboli’s “Last Year Single” Debuts On Netflix This September

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September 6, 2024

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Nollywood actress and director, Omoni Oboli, has announced that her debut series, “Last Year Single,” produced in 2020, will premiere on Netflix on September 6, 2024.

Omoni Oboli embarked on her acting career with her debut role in “Bitter Encounter” (1996). In 2010, she earned recognition for her performances, winning the Best Actress in a Narrative Feature award at the Los Angeles Movie Awards and Best Actress at the Harlem International Film Festival.

Additionally, she received a nomination for Best Actress in a Leading Role at the 2011 Africa Movie Academy Awards. Oboli has a notable filmography, including “Moms At War” and the upcoming third instalment of the “Wives on Strike” franchise, “The Uprising: Wives on Strike 3,” set to debut next month.

In an official statement, the talented actor-director confirmed that her romantic drama series, “Last Year Single,” will be available on Netflix starting Friday, September 6, 2024.

“The only thing we are all doing on Friday is grabbing our movie snacks and sitting in front of our TV on Netflix. Because THE HOTTEST SERIES ever is coming LAST YEAR SINGLE This Friday! Exclusive to Netflix.”

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The series “Last Year Single” began production in 2020 but encountered delays due to the setbacks caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Written by Joy Bewaji and produced by Tomi Adeoye, the show follows the lives of three single women in their 30s as they struggle to find suitable partners while juggling their finances.

The cast includes notable actors such as Bimbo Ademoye, Toni Tones, Abishola Segun Williams, Mawuli Gavor, Kachi Nnochiri, Uzoma Osimkpa, Taye Arimoro, Kabiri Fubara, Chy Nwakama, Anthony Monjaro, and Chamberlyn Okoro, all of whom bring depth and charisma to the story.

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Daniel Oriahi’s “The Weekend” Officially Selected For BFI London Film Festival

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September 5, 2024

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The British Film Institute (BFI) has officially selected the Nollywood film “The Weekend“. Daniel Oriahi directed the film. It is to screen at the prestigious 68th edition of its London Film Festival. The BFI Film Festival in London will occur from October 9th to October 20th, 2024.

The lineup for the festival boasts an impressive 255 titles, including features, shorts, series, and immersive works. They represent a diverse range of 80 countries and feature 64 languages.

Following the successful premiere of his new feature film on August 30th, 2024, Oriahi took to Instagram to share the exciting news of The Weekend‘s selection for the BFI Film Festival. The film garnered a remarkable ₦8 million at the box office.

“I am deeply honoured and proud to announce that The Weekend has been officially selected to screen at the 2024 BFI London Film Festival, the largest film festival in the UK. This selection comes as The Weekend continues to break box office records for its genre in Nollywood. The Weekend will be showcased in the BFI (LFF) Cult Section alongside some of the most anticipated thrillers and horror films of the fall season. I am equally thrilled to join the ranks of extraordinary new wave Nigerian filmmakers like @kennethgyang @fierycj @abbatmakama @mikegouken @damiorimogunje and @chukoesiri , whose works have graced past editions of this prestigious festival,” he said.

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Oriahi began his filmmaking journey by producing and directing Misfit.

This is a psychological horror film, as his debut feature on a limited budget. He has also directed other notable works, including Taxi Driver: Oke Ashewo in 2015 and Sylvia in 2018.

The selection committee for the 2024 Tribeca Film Festival in New York reviewed numerous submissions. They chose Oriahi’s comeback film, The Weekend, for screening at the festival. This selection made The Weekend the only Nollywood film to feature at the international event this year.

The Weekend is a gripping psychological thriller that follows Nikiya Talabi, an orphan girl yearning for family. Nikiya visits her fiancée’s seemingly perfect family, only to uncover their sinister secret. The film boasts a talented cast. This includes Uzoamaka Aniunoh, Bucci Franklin, Meg Otanwa, Keppy Ekpeyong Bassey, Gloria Anozie-Young, and Damilola Ogunsi.

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Juliet Ibrahim On Why She Puts Her Movies On YouTube

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September 4, 2024

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Nollywood actress and producer, Juliet Ibrahim, has explained her decision to release her latest films on YouTube rather than other streaming platforms. She revealed this in a recent interview with TheCable Lifestyle at the Nigeria International Film and TV Summit in Lekki. Juliet revealed that she chose YouTube due to its less demanding requirements.

Unlike platforms like Netflix or Prime, YouTube doesn’t impose strict criteria for equipment, editing, lighting, or crew members. This flexibility allows for a more accessible and inclusive approach to filmmaking.

She said,

“Before you submit to a streaming platform, either Netflix or Prime, you have a list of equipment you must use. There is a criteria for editing, lighting, your crew members, a whole lot of things and that includes a lot of money. That is where I said the funding would now become a problem.”

Speaking further on YouTube’s benefit, Juliet also acknowledged the risk of piracy, saying,

“You see, there is something about being a filmmaker, you make your movie, and you want to own your rights. There is also piracy, so even YouTube is not 100% safe because people still pirate, they would steal your content. However, there is a whole market on YouTube where people make quick and easy money with less stress. Without having to go buy the cinema criteria or streaming platform criteria.”

Juliet Ibrahim also highlighted the importance of reaching diaspora audiences who cannot access cinema content.

“As a filmmaker, you want to have multiple streams of income, and there are people in diaspora who want to watch our content but cannot access our cinema content. Until we can give them good cinema content over there, we can put it on Netflix or YouTube. If Netflix says the content is not good enough for them, we can put it on Showmax or YouTube uploads. A lot of people have different reasons, but most times you have to look at it strategically and also what goes into your pocket,” she added.

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