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Akinola Davies Jr. Debuts Powerful Film at Cannes

5/18/2025

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Akinola Davies Jr. makes a striking entrance into filmmaking with "My Father’s Shadow," a poignant tale of two brothers navigating their bond with their father during Nigeria's turbulent 1993. Premiering at Cannes, the film beautifully captures Nigeria's rich culture while shedding light on the hurdles of filming in a swiftly evolving Lagos.

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Story summary

Akinola Davies Jr. makes a striking entrance into filmmaking with "My Father’s Shadow," a poignant tale of two brothers navigating their bond with their father during Nigeria's turbulent 1993. Premiering at Cannes, the film beautifully captures Nigeria's rich culture while shedding light on the hurdles of filming in a swiftly evolving Lagos.