Film + TV
17 October 2023
CJ Obasi's 'Mami Wata' Chosen as Nigeria's Oscar 2024 Submission
CJ Obasi's Mami Wata emerges as Nigeria's official selection for the 2024 Oscars, showcasing cultural richness and technical excellence on the world stage.
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Film + TV
25 September 2023
Are Nigerian Cinemas Sabotaging the Theatrical Release of Sundance Winner ‘Mami Wata’?
What should have been a triumphant homecoming moment for the filmmakers and film enthusiasts alike turned into a series of disappointments as Mami Wata’s Nigerian debut has been marred by a lack of marketing efforts and technical difficulties impacting screenings.
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29 January 2023
C.J. Obasi On Bringing the Legend of Mami Wata to the Big Screen
The Nigerian director saw a vision of Mami Wata, then made a film that became the toast of Sundance and won the World Cinema Dramatic Special Jury Award for Cinematography.
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