The 2025 Cannes Film Festival will shine a spotlight on African cinema with a preview of FESTAC ‘77, a historical film selected by the Nigerian Film Corporation. The film explores the Second World Black and African Festival of Arts and Culture held in Lagos in 1977, a cultural milestone that brought together artists, musicians and thinkers from across the African continent and diaspora. Produced by Adonis Production and distributed by FilmOne Entertainment, FESTAC ‘77 revisits this moment of unity and pride, offering a cinematic reflection on African heritage and identity.

The Cannes selection represents a major moment for African filmmaking, as FESTAC ‘77 positions itself not just as a film but as a statement of cultural memory and self-definition. As the world gathers to celebrate cinema in France, FESTAC ‘77 offers a reminder of Africa’s place in global storytelling while offering international audiences a deeper look at Africa’s past and its significance today. Joining us is Adonijah Owiriwa, Executive Producer and Actor

The 2025 Cannes Film Festival will shine a spotlight on African cinema with a preview of FESTAC &lsquo;77, a historical film selected by the Nigerian Film Corporation. The film explores the Second World Black and African Festival of Arts and Culture held in Lagos in 1977, a cultural milestone that brought together artists, musicians and thinkers from across the African continent and diaspora. Produced by Adonis Production and distributed by FilmOne Entertainment, FESTAC &lsquo;77 revisits this moment of unity and pride, offering a cinematic reflection on African heritage and identity.
The Cannes selection represents a major moment for African filmmaking, as FESTAC &lsquo;77 positions itself not just as a film but as a statement of cultural memory and self-definition. As the world gathers to celebrate cinema in France, FESTAC &lsquo;77 offers a reminder of Africa&rsquo;s place in global storytelling while offering international audiences a deeper look at Africa&rsquo;s past and its significance today. Joining us is Adonijah Owiriwa, Executive Producer and Actor

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