By Nathaniel Bivan
Europe’s leading showcase of Nigerian films is now open for submissions of short or feature films from Nigerian film-makers. This fourth edition holding at the Cinema 1′ Arlequin in Paris, France, from June 2 to 5, will feature a more diverse film selection, events and audience.
“We are excited about this year’ edition of Nollywood Week which is growing into a global mode and promises to be even bigger and better,” co-founder, Serge Noukoue, said in a statement. The event is one of Europe’s leading film festivals and the biggest celebration of Nollywood in France. In three years it has made several achievements, 24 Nigerian films have been translated into French and screened in Paris, the statement said. Also, over 20 Nollywood actors, directors and producers have been hosted in the city and co-production deals secured for people active in the industry. Co-founders Noukoue and Nadira Shakur said they were now looking forward to accommodating the growing audience size, especially as the festival gains attention from surrounding European countries. “Every year we receive festival goers from various countries outside of France and we want this to continue. This festival has become the festival to watch the best of Nollywood in Europe and this year will not disappoint,” stated Shakur. The festival is organised and hosted by the French association Okada Media. The deadline for submission is February 12, while the official selection will be announced in March.
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