This call comes after Stephanie Linus was named as the new
head of Nigeria's Oscars committee.
The
Nigerian Official Selection Committee (NOSC) for the Academy of Motion
Pictures, Arts and Sciences (AMPAS), is calling on Nigerian filmmakers to
submit their feature films for consideration in the International Feature Film
(IFF) category of the 96th Annual Academy Awards (Oscars).
Officially recognized by the AMPAS, the NOSC will choose one
film as the country’s official submission for the IFF Award. The IFF Award is
presented annually by the Academy to a feature-length motion picture produced
outside the United States that contains 50% or more in a language or languages
other than English.
The Academy Awards requires that films
submitted must meet other criteria, including accurate, legible English
language subtitles, shooting formats, and theatrical releases – details of
which are available on the NOSC website.
On the call for submissions, the newly
appointed chairperson of NOSC, Stephanie Linus, said, "I am honoured to take on the esteemed
role of NOSC Chairperson for the Oscar Awards. I look forward to working
closely with my committee members on our shared vision of promoting African
filmmakers on a global platform. We now have a unique opportunity to honour the
exceptional storytellers and talents whose works have entertained and connected
us in many ways. I hope the decisions we make in the days ahead will inspire
the next generation of filmmakers."
The NOSC portal is open for submissions from August 28, 2023
to September 15, 2023. The 96th Oscars will take place next year on Sunday,
March 10, 2024. The show will air live in more than 200 territories worldwide
from the Dolby Theatre at Ovation Hollywood, Los Angeles, California, United
States.
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