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See Full List Of The Nominated Films At 2024 TINFF Awards

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4 months ago

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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See The Trailer For “Two Of A Kind” Starring Rita Dominic

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November 15, 2024

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The official trailer for “Two of a Kind” has now launched, marking the latest directorial work from acclaimed filmmaker Shirley Frimpong-Manso.

Leading Nollywood actress Rita Dominic leads the cast in this new production. The film completed its primary filming phase earlier this year.

The star also shared the film’s trailer with her followers through her Instagram platform, generating excitement for the upcoming release.

“And drums roll! Here’s the official trailer for ‘Two Of A Kind’ featuring yours truly! One of the many things I like about #twoofakindfilm is, there are many young, budding, talented actors in it and they did their thing under the tutelage of acclaimed director @shirleyfmanso. Kudos to them!” the post said.

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Acclaimed Ghanaian filmmaker Shirley Frimpong-Manso directed and wrote “Two of a Kind.” It centered on a heartbroken resort owner at the scenic Volta Lake Resort.

The owner opens her doors to host a young couple’s first wedding anniversary celebration. Her plans shift dramatically upon discovering their marriage faces imminent collapse.

The resort owner battles her personal grief while desperately trying to save the couple’s relationship. Their friends’ arrival creates additional tension, threatening to destroy the couple’s already fragile connection.

She faces her own emotional darkness in search of purpose, knowing failure could lead to complete self-destruction.

British audiences can experience this compelling drama in select UK cinemas starting Friday, November 29, 2024.

Ghanaian viewers will find the film at Silverbird Gh locations in West Hills Mall and Accra Mall from Friday, December 20, 2024.

The powerhouse Nigerian-Ghanaian cast features Rita Dominic, Gloria Osei Sarfo, Akrobeto Akwasi Boadi, Arion Amon, Gideon Kojo Boakye, Jessica Larny, Araba Dansowaa, Dean Louis, Chiderah David, Sena Fafali Ahiable, Michael Katahena, and Abla Sena.

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INTERNATIONAL

Hollywood Veteran Actor, Denzel Washington To Star In “Black Panther 3”

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November 13, 2024

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Hollywood legend Denzel Washington has announced his intention to star in the highly anticipated third instalment of Marvel’s “Black Panther” franchise before retiring from acting.

The acclaimed actor, who currently portrays a pivotal role in Ridley Scott’s upcoming film “Gladiator 2,” made this revelation during a recent interview on Australia’s “Today Show.”

“I am only interested in working with the best. I don’t know how many more films I’m going to make. Probably not that many,” he said.

As he was sharing the roles he has lined up before a possible retirement, Denzel Washington made a statement saying,

“I’m playing Othello at 22, now I am playing Othello at 70. After that, I am playing Hannibal. After that, I have been talking with Steve McQueen about a film. Ryan Coogle is writing a part for me in the next Black Panther. Then I’ll do Othello and after that, I am going to do King Lear. After that, I am going to retire,” he added.

In 2018, Marvel Studios released the critically acclaimed superhero film ‘Black Panther’, which featured the late Chadwick Boseman in the titular role.

The movie boasted an ensemble cast that included Michael B. Jordan, Lupita Nyong’o, Danai Gurira, Martin Freeman, Daniel Kaluuya, Letitia Wright, and Winston Duke.

Following Boseman’s tragic passing, Marvel produced a sequel, ‘Black Panther: Wakanda Forever‘, which premiered in 2022.

This highly anticipated follow-up continued the story of the technologically advanced nation of Wakanda and its heroic protectors.

The immense popularity and cultural impact of the ‘Black Panther’ franchise have solidified its place as a landmark achievement in superhero cinema.

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MOVIES

Queen Lateefah Earns N333.7 Million, Ascends To Nollywood’s Top Box Office Rankings

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November 13, 2024

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First and foremost, Wumi Toriola’s film ‘Queen Lateefah‘ has achieved remarkable success, surpassing ₦300 million at the box office and securing its position among Nollywood’s top-performing films.

Subsequently, the film joins other blockbuster successes such as ‘Ajosepo’ (₦257.2 million) and ‘Ajakaju’ (₦252.8 million). Moreover, ‘Queen Lateefah’ now stands as the seventh highest-grossing Nollywood movie to date.

Additionally, it holds the distinction of achieving the highest earnings for a non-December release, a period typically known for peak box office performance.

Throughout its theatrical run, the film has consistently broken records. Initially, it garnered ₦57 million in its opening weekend.

Furthermore, within just three weeks of its premiere, the film exceeded the ₦200 million milestone. By mid-October, consequently, the box office receipts had accumulated to ₦216 million.

Queen Lateefah' grosses enters Nollywood's top box office rankings | Pulse Nigeria

Under the distribution of Cinemax and the direction of Adeoluwa Owu, the film presents a compelling narrative. Specifically, it follows Lateefah Adeleke, a 30-year-old businesswoman who portrays herself as a world traveller with high social status.

However, her encounter with Jide Rhodes, a 35-year-old businessman, eventually exposes her carefully constructed facade.

In contrast to her claims, Lateefah emerges from a background of extreme poverty as the only child of an illiterate mother.

Finally, the film features a stellar ensemble cast including Kunle Remi, Femi Adebayo, Nancy Isime, Bimbo Manuel, Elvina Ibru, Enioluwa, and Gbugbemi Ejeye.

As a result of these combined elements – compelling storyline, strong performances, and strategic release timing – ‘Queen Lateefah’ continues to demonstrate the growing commercial potential of Nollywood productions.