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A Yoruba fantasy-thriller just became the first African movie to reach 100 million views on YouTube as a single title. Ibrahim Yekini's 10-part series about family, magic, and tradition is rewriting the rules for African cinema.
A Nigerian coming-of-age drama has been chosen as the only African feature film among five selected for Washington DC's longest-running independent film festival. The selection marks a significant milestone for contemporary Nigerian cinema on the global stage.
Omoni Oboli turned YouTube into a thriving film business that releases a new romantic movie every Friday and provides steady paychecks for her entire crew. Her community-first approach and feel-good stories have built one of Nigeria's most successful digital film empires.
Kunle Remi's new YouTube film explores what happens when giving your life to Christ doesn't bring instant peace. The 57-minute comedy-drama is connecting with viewers who've asked "God, why?" during tough seasons.
Pop superstar Dua Lipa is releasing a live concert film and album recorded during three sold-out shows in Mexico City, calling the Mexican capital one of her favorite places in the world. The film premieres free on YouTube May 21, featuring 21 songs and special performances of classic Mexican hits.
The Library of Congress just named 25 beloved films to its National Film Registry, from 1896 silent classics to Wes Anderson's visually stunning "The Grand Budapest Hotel." The selections honor movies that shaped American culture, including "The Karate Kid," "Clueless," and "Inception."
Independent film lovers in Mexico City are getting another chance to see award-winning movies they'd normally miss. The Sundance Film Festival returns April 30 for its third year, bringing international cinema to five venues across the capital.
Nollywood producers are losing thousands to YouTube copyright scams, but one filmmaker has a simple fix. His three-step protection plan helps creators keep earnings from their viral hits.
YouTube brought Google's AI filmmaking tool Flow to Lagos, training Nigerian filmmakers to overcome budget and location constraints. The program helps African creators shape the future of AI in film.
A retired Michigan teacher discovered a lost 1897 film by cinema pioneer Georges Méliès in a family trunk that sat in attics and barns for a century. The 45-second silent movie was part of his potato-farming great-grandfather's traveling film show in rural Pennsylvania.
A romantic comedy shot entirely in Yirrkala, a remote Northern Territory community, is making its debut at Sydney Film Festival. The film showcases local talent and brings Yolŋu love stories to the big screen.
A Kurdish-Finnish family's journey to uncover hidden truths premieres at Rotterdam Film Festival. Director Erol Mintaş crafts a story about healing across generations and borders.
Latin America's longest-running film festival brings 192 films from around the world to Guadalajara this month. The 41st edition features Chile as guest of honor with 28 films exploring human resilience and creativity.
A lost film from 1897 featuring cinema's first robot sat unseen for over a century until librarians spotted a tiny painted star on a prop. The discovery brings legendary filmmaker Georges Méliès' early work back to life.
A low-budget Marathi film tackling farmer suicides has become a box office sensation, earning Rs 40 crore in just nine days. The indie production's success shows audiences are hungry for meaningful regional cinema.
While women directed only 8.1% of Hollywood's top films in 2025, these seven recent releases prove female filmmakers are creating stunning stories across every genre. From K-pop demon hunters to Iranian motorcycle activists, here's how to support their work.
Ghana's National Film Authority just launched a major fund to solve one of the industry's biggest problems: getting financing. The move could transform how Ghanaian filmmakers get their stories to the world.
While China's box office slumped 40% during a disappointing holiday season, six young directors proved the country's indie film scene is thriving with nine fresh works at Berlin's prestigious festival. Their authentic, artistic stories are winning hearts across cultures.
Australia's National Film and Sound Archive has brought 1960s immigration films back to life in stunning 4K, offering a nostalgic glimpse into regional towns that once welcomed migrants from around the world. The restored Life in Australia series now lets modern viewers experience the hopeful vision that drew thousands to start new lives Down Under.
When Berlin Film Festival director Tricia Tuttle faced possible dismissal over controversial speeches at the awards ceremony, thousands of filmmakers worldwide rallied to protect artistic freedom. Her job was saved, proving that united voices can defend cultural independence.
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