Filmmaker Stephanie Linus has ignited debate by asserting that some creators distance themselves from the Nigerian film industry while using its name for promotion. She specifically cited the film My Father's Shadow by Akinola Jr. and Wale Davies as an example.
Linus contended that the project, though featuring a Nigerian narrative, does not fully identify as a Nigerian production. She noted that while it was promoted as the first Nigerian film featured at Cannes, its directors reportedly chose to submit it for Oscar consideration through another country, bypassing the Nigerian selection committee.
Linus contended that the project, though featuring a Nigerian narrative, does not fully identify as a Nigerian production. She noted that while it was promoted as the first Nigerian film featured at Cannes, its directors reportedly chose to submit it for Oscar consideration through another country, bypassing the Nigerian selection committee.
