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Accredited Buyers & Sellers

See complete list of Accredited buyers, selected films, top picks and pitch projects below.
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​CASSANDRA ONWUALU

Content Acquisitions and Sales Manager

OPEN TO – FINISHED FILMS
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LOOKING FOR:

Documentary Short Films, Animation, Youth / Family, African Diaspora Stories, Lifestyle content ( travel, food, culture...)​
Trino Motion Pictures is a film Production and Sales company committed to telling bold, and culturally authentic African stories. We exist at the intersection of culture and global cinema, combining creative excellence with strategic distribution, producing films that inspire, connect and travel beyond borders.

Email: [email protected]
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​CASSANDRA ONWUALU

Content Acquisitions and Sales Manager

OPEN TO – FINISHED FILMS
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LOOKING FOR:

Narrative Short Films, Documentary Short Films, Animation, Experimental, Youth / Family, Social Impact, African Diaspora Stories, AI Stories, Minidramas, Scalable Stories / Short Films
Minflix is an ecosystem built to empower independent filmmakers with visibility, earnings and global reach. Connecting them with audiences searching for cinematic experiences beyond mainstream streaming.

Email: [email protected]
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DELEGATE
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CHIAGOZIEM OKONKWO
Producer - It Takes A Village Production​
It Takes A Village Productions is a female-led film production and distribution company dedicated to elevating authentic African storytelling through professional, standardized processes. Based in Nigeria and built for global collaboration, we create structured, supportive spaces where first-time and seasoned African filmmakers can create with ease. We partner with filmmakers, brands, and international teams to produce, distribute, and consult on powerful visual stories rooted in African realities, voices, and cultures without compromise. Our mission is to inspire hope, encourage bold creative risk, and bridge African creativity with global opportunity through sustainable partnerships and creative integrity.

Email: [email protected]
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SELLER
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Arthur Peters
Director - KindArt Studios

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Representing 1-3 Short Films
KindArt Studios is a Lagos-based creative production company providing video and visual storytelling services for brands, organizations, and businesses. We produce brand campaigns, event coverage, commercials, short films, and documentaries that help our clients communicate clearly and connect with their audiences.

Beyond commercial work, KindArt is driven by a deeper vision to tell authentic African stories. We believe many powerful, real stories within our communities remain unseen, and we are committed to developing films and documentaries that reflect these experiences in a meaningful and relatable way.

We are also intentional about capacity building. As we grow, we aim to train and mentor young creatives by offering hands-on experience in filming, editing, and storytelling.

At its core, KindArt Studios operates at the intersection of creative services, storytelling, and youth development building a business that is both commercially viable and socially relevant.
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Email: [email protected]
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MAYOWA AYODEJI
CEO- filmporte

OPEN TO – PRE-SALES & FINISHED FILMS
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LOOKING FOR:
​African Diaspora Stories, Scalable Stories / Short Films
Filmporte is a virtual cinema and film commerce platform built for independent filmmakers worldwide. Operating under Polaroid Filmtech Solutions Ltd, we provide filmmakers with the infrastructure to distribute, market, and monetize their titles directly to global audiences — with a particular focus on African and diaspora content.

We partner with filmmakers at the pitch and acquisition stage, onboarding titles onto our platform for virtual cinema releases across international markets. We also consider re-release of films that have been released but still have commercial value. Our model combines streaming technology, audience development, and co-marketing partnerships to drive measurable ticket sales and revenue for the films we champion.
Filmporte is the distribution layer independent cinema has been missing — purpose-built for the stories the world is only beginning to discover.

Email: [email protected]
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TOBI OGUNBANJO
Founder - Ìtàn Labs​

OPEN TO – CO-PRODUCTION
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LOOKING FOR:
​Narrative Short Films, Documentary Short Films, Experimental, Youth / Family, Social Impact
Ìtàn Creative Venture Labs (Ìtàn Labs) is a multifaceted creative engine committed to transforming Nigeria’s storytelling industries by building capacity, providing infrastructure, fostering innovation, and nurturing talent in film production and book publishing. Rooted in cultural relevance and driven by a global vision, Ìtàn Labs exists to shape narratives, elevate standards, and expand the creative economy through strategic partnerships, technical excellence, and institutional collaboration. 

Email: [email protected]
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​AYOJESU ODELEYE

​Founder - Room 44 Studios
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Representing 4-9 Short Films
Room 44 Studios is a Nigerian media house specializing in photography, film and magazine production. Founded in 2022 by photographer and Filmmaker Ayojesu Odeleye as a corporate umbrella for his creative work, Room 44 Studios has since grown to accomodate several art projects from other Nigerian artists. The Studio currently has ownership of INU-JIN, a critically acclaimed and exhibited photo story by Ayojesu Odeleye. Room 44 Studios also owns rights to LET US PREY, an award winning short film and proof of concept for an anthology series currently in development.​

Email: [email protected]
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OGOCHUKWU UMEADI
Creative writer - Twenty Pounds Entertainment

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Representing 4-9 Short Films
Twenty Pounds Entertainment is a dynamic storytelling company dedicated to creating compelling narratives for the screen. Founded by Ogochukwu Umeadi, the company specializes in developing and producing short films, feature films, series, that explore contemporary African experiences through bold, genre-driven storytelling. With a strong foundation in screenwriting, production design, creative producing and direction, Twenty Pounds Entertainment is committed to crafting emotionally resonant and visually striking stories that connect with local and global audiences. The company actively seeks opportunities for collaboration, innovation, and distribution, positioning itself as a forward-thinking voice in the evolving landscape of Nigerian and international cinema.
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Email: [email protected]
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DELEGATE
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KINDNESS DAVIDSON
Producer - KindArt Studios
I am a Nigerian producer and storyteller and co-founder of KindArt Studios, a creative company focused on visual storytelling across branded content, events, and film. My work sits at the intersection of communication, social impact, and film.

I am particularly drawn to stories that interrogate culture, identity, and the power of collective belief. My work focuses on developing films that spark conversation and challenge perspectives within and beyond Africa. I am currently developing Ilouwa, a psychological drama that marks my transition into narrative filmmaking.

Email: [email protected]
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DR SHERIF OLORUNRINU ADEKUNLE
Founder/Creative Entrepreneur - Konirewa Studios Limited
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OPEN TO – CO-PRODUCTION
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LOOKING FOR:
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Narrative Short Films, Documentary Short Films, Experimental, AI Stories, Minidramas, Scalable Stories / Short Films
An Audiovisual company telling, representing and distributing authentic African stories on a global stage. 
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Email: [email protected]
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FESTUS DESTINY
Creative writer/Director - Feem Kulture
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Representing 1-3 Short Films
​Feem Kulture is a film production house born from a singular mission: to redefine the technical and narrative standards of Nollywood. After establishing a foundation through high-impact, zero-budget mobile filmmaking, we are now transitioning into professional-tier production. Feem Kulture isn’t just about making movies; it’s about proving that Nigerian stories deserve world-class execution. We have navigated the industry’s fringes; now, we are building the infrastructure to command its center.

Email: [email protected]
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DELEGATE
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​DAMILOLA IGUN

Writer
I am a Nigeria-based data analyst, and filmmaker in development. I have worked as a business analyst and logistics team lead for the past few years, but having witnessed the growth of the short film space in Nigeria over the past few years, my own love for film has been reignited.

Email: [email protected]
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SELLER
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CHIAGOZIEM OKONKWO
Creative Producer - Mankind Film

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Representing 4-9 Short Films​
Mankind Film is a film and content production company. With its focus on creative story telling to impact.
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Email: [email protected]
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AYO COKER
Director - Cok's Entertainment

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Representing 1-3 Short Films​
Coks Entertainment (Coks Entertainment Services Ltd) is a Lagos-based Nigerian company specializing in post-production — including film editing, sound design, and visual effects.
It focuses on polishing character-driven Nollywood dramas for streaming and YouTube platforms, often collaborating with other production houses.
Notable projects (post-production credits):
•  Two of Us — Emotional cancer drama about love, loss, and tragedy.
•  Beyond Forgiveness — Drama on conflict and resolution.
•  Tables That Remembers, Fury, and Imade — Collaborative projects with partner houses.​
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Email: [email protected]
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KEREN UZO
Producer - The Keren Uzo Brand

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Representing 1-3 Short Films​
The Keren Uzo Brand Productions is a storytelling-driven film and media production company dedicated to creating culturally relevant, emotionally compelling content across film, digital, and branded platforms. Founded by filmmaker Keren Uzo, the company focuses on narratives that explore mental health, identity, relationships, and the evolving African experience.

With a strong emphasis on authenticity and social impact, Keren Uzo Productions develops and produces original films, short-form content, and strategic brand stories that resonate with modern audiences. From concept development to production and distribution, the company delivers end-to-end creative solutions tailored for both entertainment and purpose-driven storytelling.

Notable projects include All About the Numbers and After the Applause, which highlight the company’s commitment to meaningful, conversation-starting content.

Keren Uzo Productions exists to tell stories that not only engage, but also challenge perspectives, inspire dialogue, and connect deeply with audiences locally and globally.
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Email: [email protected]

Accredited Buyers

  1. Nile Entertainment
  2. Accelerate TV
  3. Trino Motion Pictures
  4. Tentz TV
  5. Filmporte
  6. Wazami
  7. ​Minflix​
  8. iStream by MTN

Pitched Projects

  1. Ba Ba Balloon - Zambia
  2. Muliro : The Fire - Kenya
  3. ALAABARU - Nigeria
  4. Full-Time Job - Nigeria
  5. Stories That Touch - Nigeria
  6. The Visit - Nigeria
  7. The fifth floor - Nigeria
  8. Between here and home - Nigeria
  9. Ilouwa - Nigeria

AISFM Selected Films

  1. The Fisherman - Ethiopia
  2. Convictions - Nigeria
  3. The Weight of Gold - Kenya
  4. Kwa Mama - Kenya
  5. ALL IN - Kenya
  6. Mr Rogers - Nigeria
  7. Beneath the Surface - Nigeria
  8. Shifting Sands - Nigeria
  9. Love Sweet Sound - Kenya
  10. Biriani - Kenya
  11. Maama Wange - Uganda
  12. NOISE - Nigeria
  13. Silent Bruises - Kenya
  14. I Haven’t Spoken Since - Egypt
  15. Dreams - Nigeria
  16. Void - Nigeria
  17. Until 23 - Nigeria
  18. HIS MOTHER'S SON - Nigeria
  19. YAMBI - Rwanda
  20. WITH U - Botswana
  21. I am Boxing - Nigeria
  22. MAYBE TOMORROW - Nigeria
  23. Reflections of Him - Kenya
  24. Hurriyah - Nigeria
  25. What Next? - Kenya
  26. THE COFFIN KEEPER - Nigeria
  27. THE THING ABOUT FINE LINES - Nigeria
  28. All About the Numbers - Nigeria
  29. Flip Side - Nigeria
  30. Kedibonye - Botswana
  31. Curtain call - Nigeria
  32. The Bully and My Big Shoes - Kenya (Animation)
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FILMJOINT CURATION
  1. Two Of Us - Nigeria
  2. TOLL FREE - Nigeria
  3. I no be ashawo - Nigeria
  4. INHERITANCE - Kenya

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