In the heart of Nigeria’s fastest growing city, Lagos, two worlds constantly live out the irony of economic realities. Divided by the popular third mainland bridge, the bustling economic part of the city stands adjacent to MAKOKO – a sprawling fishing community, floating on the waste of the city. Neglected by the government, MAKOKO strives for a place in the fortune and future of the city on the effort of individuals who lend themselves to educating kids who otherwise would not have had any opportunity for formal education. Directed by award-winning filmmaker Femi Odugbemi, "MAKOKO: futures afloat" is a visually dramatic journey into a world beneath the poverty line and the struggle for a better tomorrow for their children.
In the heart of Nigeria’s fastest growing city, Lagos, two worlds constantly live out the irony of economic realities. Divided by the popular third mainland bridge, the bustling economic part of the city stands adjacent to MAKOKO – a sprawling fishing community, floating on the waste of the city. Neglected by the government, MAKOKO strives for a place in the fortune and future of the city on the effort of individuals who lend themselves to educating kids who otherwise would not have had any opportunity for formal education. Directed by award-winning filmmaker Femi Odugbemi, "MAKOKO: futures afloat" is a visually dramatic journey into a world beneath the poverty line and the struggle for a better tomorrow for their children.
Following four Nigerian mothers as they fight to educate their children in the wake of tragedy, the film marks the 10th anniversary of terrorist Boko Haram's attack and abduction of 276 young girls from a school in the village of Chibok.
Madu follows 12-year-old Anthony Madu as he leaves his family and community in Nigeria to study at one of the most prestigious ballet schools in the world in England. Having never left his home outside of Lagos, Anthony finds himself thrust into a new world where his wildest dreams are suddenly within reach. His courageous journey is a story of extraordinary obstacles as he searches for belonging and acceptance, a family far away, and unexpected challenges that could impact his future. Forming a rich and immersive tapestry told on multiple continents, MADU introduces the world to a boy chasing a dream of inspiration that will resonate with us all.
Wizkid's journey from Lagos to global stardom shows how he's transforming Africa's image worldwide through music. The doc features personal scenes, live shows and explores his impact on cultural perceptions.
Finding Nina, directed by Famous Odion Iraoya and co-written with Henry Ibazebo, Awaita Concilia Atebor, and Hirse Peace Dalaham, follows a photographer who travels to Northern Nigeria to challenge negative stereotypes about the Hausa people through his lens. Along the way, his journey shifts when he becomes fixated on finding a mysterious woman who appears in one of his photographs.
He's devoted his career to uncovering stories the powerful want buried. From My Lai to Abu Ghraib, dig into the life's work of journalist Seymour Hersh.
A documentary feature that spotlights the Bashi and Bahavu heritage of the Democratic Republic of Congo. Following a return to ancestral grounds, the film gathers testimonies, music, rituals, and everyday labor to illuminate the history and living customs of the people.
When her mother Nuala goes missing somewhere in Ireland, artist Myrid Carten returns from London to find her. Her search takes her into a feuding family, a contested house; and a history that threatens to take everyone down, including herself.
Police bodycam footage reveals how a long-running neighborhood dispute turned fatal in this documentary about fear, prejudice and Stand Your Ground laws.