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Akinola Davies Jr. on representing Nigeria at Cannes with My Father’s Shadow

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Video. Director Akinola Davies Jr. on breaking new ground for Nigerian cinema

Updated: 17/06/2025 - 10:38 GMT+2

Euronews Culture sat down with filmmaker Akinola Davies Jr. to discuss Nollywood, his debut film’s Cannes selection, his passion for shooting on film, the role of women in Nigerian society, and more.

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