First Features Project

On International Day of the Boy Child, we pause to recognize the millions of boys growing up with dreams, fears, responsibilities, and untold stories. THE ALMAJIRI is one of those stories. This first-look screen grab from our upcoming film offers a glimpse into a world shaped by survival, resilience, community, and hope. Through this film, we hope to spark conversations that matter and shine light on experiences often overlooked. Happy International Day of the Boy Child. 💙 #InternationalDayOfTheBoyChild #TheAlmajiri #NativesFilmWorks

Award-winning filmmaker Steve Gukas shares a powerful insight that can change the way filmmakers bring their vision to the screen. Our Inside Nollywood series follows key industry figures unpacking the trends and topics shaping the Nigerian film industry, the world’s second-largest by volume. Check back each week for our latest highlights! 🎥 Watch the full conversation with Jacques Van Hollebeke to see what he reveals. 👉 [Link in Bio] #BoutiqueMeetsGlobalScale #InsideSeries #SteveGukas #Nollywood #Cannes #MediaAndEntertainment

Amid industry debates around royalties, structure, and the ethics of open auditions on social media, here are some major developments in Nollywood over the past week. Films are gradually filling up the May release calendar across major distributors, My Father’s Shadow is now available to watch at home, and there is growing Nigerian participation at the upcoming Cannes Film Market in May. Follow us for more industry updates and insights from within Nollywood. #WKMUpNews #BingeLife #Nollywood #AfricanCinema

The Passion of Christ drama in my church in Shendam, Plateau State, Nigeria with me as Judas Iscariot. Did I play the role well or not. Please let me find out in the comment section. Thank you so much and as you all listen, may you all be blessed. Amen 🙏 #fypage #foryou #foryoupage #passionofthechrist #easter #jesuschrist #fyp #fypinstagram🥀🙏🏻✔️🙏🏻#⃣*⃣#⃣*⃣#⃣*⃣#⃣*⃣#⃣*⃣#⃣*⃣#⃣*⃣#⃣*⃣#⃣*⃣ #tomiadeyemi #jamikaforce #fypage2026 #drama #acting #actingcoach #actingmasterclass #actingcareer @tomiadeyemi @jamikaentertainment @thepassionofthechristmovie @kurtyue @kunleafo @thenollywoodmasterclass @delucidemnagement @makaylalysiak

A major step forward for Global Africa filmmaking. We’re proud to announce a new partnership between Natives Filmworks, Michelangelo Productions, the Government of St. Kitts and Nevis, and Aquarian Consult to expand the First Features Project beyond Nigeria. This next phase opens the door to Black storytellers across the world — creating a global platform for new voices, stronger collaboration, and industry growth across Africa and the diaspora. What this means: • Submissions from across Global Africa • A more diverse, world-class faculty • Deeper collaboration between Africa and the Caribbean • A stronger pipeline for globally competitive films The First Features Project was built to create access and opportunity. Now, it goes global. More details coming soon. #FirstFeatures #NativesFilmworks #GlobalAfrica #Nollywood #AfricanCinema

Recently, we signed an agreement with St. Kitts and Nevis and Aquarian Consult that will see Natives Filmworks and Michelangelo Productions replicating the First Features projects for the whole of global Africa. This opens up the project to submissions from black filmmakers worldwide. It makes it possible for us to deepen the faculty with respected black filmmakers from all over the world. I am really chuffed with this development and will keep you informed as the modalities are worked out. This is a massive development for Global Africa filmmaking.

🎬 Why do some dubbed films feel slightly off? In this Inside Nollywood moment, Steve Gukas explains how improved lip sync is transforming dubbing, removing the visual-audio disconnect that can distance audiences from a performance. When what you see truly matches what you hear, dubbed performances feel more natural, immersive, and emotionally engaging. The Inside Nollywood series follows key industry figures unpacking the trends and topics shaping the Nigerian film industry, the world’s second-largest by volume. Check back each week for our latest highlights! 🎥 Watch the full conversation with Jacques Van Hollebeke on YouTube 👉[Link in Bio] #BoutiqueMeetsGlobalScale #InsideSeries #Cannes2025 #MediaAndEntertainment

A Huge congratulations to the incredible @ifeomafafunwa on her nomination for Best Lead Actress at the 12th AMVCA. Her performance in The Lost Days was incredible and we couldn’t be more proud. #thelostdays#amvca#nativesfilmworks

Localization is no longer optional, it’s foundational to scale. In this moment from Inside Nollywood, Steve Gukas explains how localization is key to expanding the reach of African content. Through collaborations on projects like, "Love and Life", "It Blooms in June", and "Cake", Steve highlights how localization played a critical role in unlocking new markets and extending the life of African stories worldwide. Our Inside Nollywood series follows key industry figures unpacking the trends and topics shaping the Nigerian film industry, the world’s second-largest by volume. Check back each week for our latest highlights! 🎥 Watch the full conversation with Jacques Van Hollebeke on YouTube 👉 [Link in Bio] #BoutiqueMeetsGlobalScale #InsideSeries #Nollywood #Cannes2025 #MediaAndEntertainment

Fun Fact: Nigeria is home to nearly 250 million people and over 200 languages, one of the most linguistically diverse markets on the planet. 🎬 In Inside Nollywood, Steve Gukas explains how filmmakers can reach the majority of this massive audience by focusing on English, Yoruba, Hausa, and Pidgin English, a uniquely Nigerian creole spoken widely across the country. By localizing films strategically, you can capture not just Nigeria but also the African diaspora and open doors to global audiences. 💡 Ever heard of Pidgin English? Watch to find out what it is in this Inside Nollywood moment, our series following the latest trends in the Nigerian Film Industry. Check back each week for our latest highlights! 🎥 Watch the full conversation with Jacques Van Hollebeke on YouTube 👉 [Link in bio] #BoutiqueMeetsGlobalScale #africancinema #nollywood #cannes2025 #MediaAndEntertainment

Sometimes spending years and risking it all for someone doest really worth it, but the truth is that love is a game….either you win or you lose. #monologue #actor

In this snippet from Inside Nollywood, filmmaker Steve Gukas unpacks a long-standing challenge: limited access to funding and infrastructure has historically made it difficult for Nigerian films to reach the scale and technical polish required to appeal to international audiences. From understanding audiences to delivering world-class post-production, Steve explains why the ecosystem matters just as much as the story, and how the industry is now entering a new phase as global partners invest locally. We at TransPerfect Media are proud to support this shift. Our Lagos office is helping bridge the post-production gap with the expertise and infrastructure filmmakers need to reach global audiences. The Inside Nollywood series follows key industry figures unpacking the trends and topics shaping the Nigerian film industry, the world’s second-largest by volume. Check back each week for our latest highlights! 🎥 Watch the full conversation with Jacques Van Hollebeke on YouTube 👉 [Link in bio] #BoutiqueMeetsGlobalScale #InsideNollywood #InsideSeries #AfricanCinema #Nollywood #MediaAndEntertainment