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Wizkid Shuts Down Tribeca Red Carpet with Daughter & Jada Pollock at “Long Live Lagos” World Premiere
New York, NY — June 5, 2025 Global music icon Wizkid made a striking entrance at the world premiere of his new documentary, “Wizkid: Long...
Sanhdra Fon Dufe & Mary Temitope
Jun 61 min read


Red Sea Souk Project Market 2025 Now Open for Submissions: A Golden Gateway for Emerging Filmmakers from the Arab World, Africa, and Asia
2024 Projects FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE JEDDAH, SAUDI ARABIA – [Date] – The Red Sea Souk Project Market has officially opened submissions...

BFW Staff
May 202 min read


Spike Lee Honours Denzel Washington with Palme d'Or at Cannes 2025 as Highest 2 Lowest Electrifies the Festival
Black excellence once again took the centre stage at the 2025 Cannes Film Festival as Spike Lee, Denzel Washington and A$AP...

Oluwaseun Mary Temitope
May 201 min read


What Black Creatives Should Watch for at Cannes 2025
The 78th Cannes Film Festival, from May 13 to 24, 2025, in Cannes, France, showcases global cinematic artistry and is a significant...

Oluwaseun Mary Temitope
May 132 min read


FESTAC '77 Heads to Cannes 2025: A Bold Step for African Cinema
Ramsey Noah in FESTAC 77 -Soon To Be at Cannes The groundbreaking historical film FESTAC '77 has been officially selected by the...

Sahndra Fon Dufe
May 122 min read


CAMIFF 2025: Celebrating Cameroonian Cinema with Historic Moments and Prestigious Awards.
Photo Credit: BLACK FILM WIRE The Cameroon International Film Festival (CAMIFF) 2025 concluded on April 26 in Buea, marking a significant...

BFW Staff
Apr 282 min read


A Warm Christmas” Selected for Cannes 2025: A Milestone for African Children’s Cinema
The heartwarming family film A Warm Christmas has earned a prestigious spot at the 78th Cannes Film Festival following a successful...

BFW Staff
Apr 172 min read


Lights, Camera, Cameroon! The 9th Annual CAMIFF Returns to Buea This April 21–26, 2025 | Buea, Cameroon
For Immediate Release ...

BFW Staff
Apr 73 min read


That Good Media Launches Film Division & International Creative Festival—Big Moves for African Cinema!
Toyosi Etim-Effiong That Good Media Expands into Film Production & Launches International Creative Festival Lagos, Nigeria – January 2025...

Sahndra Fon Dufe
Feb 52 min read


RHOLagos Season 3 Premiere Breaks Records on Showmax
In a glittering display of Lagosian opulence and drama, the third season premiere of The Real Housewives of Lagos (RHOLagos) has taken...

Oluwaseun Mary Temitope
Feb 52 min read


Black Film Festivals to Attend in 2025
As the global film industry continues to embrace diverse voices and stories, Black film festivals remain crucial platforms for...

BFW Staff
Jan 214 min read


Bragi Film Festival Welcomes Young Filmmakers
The Bragi Film Festival returns for its third edition , continuing its mission to celebrate and empower young filmmakers. This vibrant...

BFW Staff
Jan 153 min read


Highlights from the Palm Springs International Film Festival 2025: A Celebration of Black Filmmakers
The 36th annual Palm Springs International Film Festival (PSIFF) kicked off with its signature blend of glamour and artistry,...

BFW Staff
Jan 142 min read


Golden Globes 2024: Black Talent Shines Bright
Golden Globes 2024: Black Talent Shines Bright

Sahndra Fon Dufe
Dec 13, 20242 min read


Film Lab Africa Showcase at Film Africa 2024: “Unleashing the Potential of the African Cinema Value Chain through Development Programs”
London, UK — Film Africa 2024 — Film Lab Africa took center stage at this year’s FilmAfrica festival with a groundbreaking panel,...

Sahndra Fon Dufe
Nov 14, 20245 min read


RMD: The Icon Who Brought Nollywood to the Global Stage at Silicon Valley African Film Festival (SVAFF) 2024
Among the luminaries present at the 2024 Silicon Valley African Film Festival (SVAFF), one figure towered above the rest not just in...

Sahndra Fon Dufe
Nov 6, 20245 min read


AMAA 2024: Africa’s Oscars Turns 20 with Big Wins, Bold Moves, and Billion-Dollar Boost for Creatives
The African Movie Academy Awards (AMAA), Africa’s own Oscars, hit an iconic milestone this year, celebrating its 20th anniversary on...

Sahndra Fon Dufe
Nov 4, 20246 min read


A Stylish Celebration of Cameroonian Heritage at the 15th Anniversary of the Silicon Valley Film Festival
Stepping into the spotlight at the 15th anniversary of the Silicon Valley Film Festival, I wanted my outfit to make a statement — one...

Sahndra Fon Dufe
Nov 1, 20242 min read


Amplifying African Voices: The Enduring Impact of Souleymane Cissé at SVAFF 2024
Amplifying African Voices: The Enduring Impact of Souleymane Cissé at Silicon Valley African Film Festival 2024

Sahndra Fon Dufe
Nov 1, 20243 min read


Daily Highlights: Silicon Valley African Film Festival (SVAFF) 2024— Where Cinema Meets Culture
From L to R Sahndra Fon Dufe Okeowo, Ashaalessandraimages and Tejiri Let me hit you with a dad joke: “What did ‘black excellence’ say to...

Sahndra Fon Dufe
Oct 25, 20245 min read
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