Entertainments

Nollywood Travel Film Festival set to take Italy by storm

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8 months ago

April 17, 2024

Founder Nollywood Travel Film Festival, Mykel Parish Ajaere said the vibrant and ever-evolving world of Nollywood is set to enchant audiences across Italy as the Nollywood Travel Film Festival gears up to sweep through Milan, Florence, Rome, and Torino.

The festival, dedicated to showcasing the best Nigerian cinema, will celebrate the rich storytelling and cultural heritage of Nollywood, Africa’s largest film industry. The festival has partnered with the Festival Del Cinema Africano, d’ Asia e America Latina (Fescaaal), Nigerians in Diaspora Organisation (NIDO), and the African Diaspora Cinema Festival (ADCF) to host programs in Milan, Florence, Rome, and Torino.

Parish Ajaere made this known in a statement released to journalists in Abuja, recently.

He explained that the festival has a lineup of diverse and compelling films that capture the essence of Nigerian culture, adding that the festival will be an unforgettable cinematic experience. From gripping dramas to hilarious comedies, the festival will offer a window into the vibrant world of Nollywood and its unique storytelling traditions.

Ajaere said that audiences in Milan, Florence, Rome, and Torino should look forward to a curated selection of 20 films that highlight the creativity and talent of Nigerian filmmakers. Through these captivating stories, viewers will be transported to the heart of Nigeria, experiencing its beauty, complexity, and diversity.

” The Nollywood Travel Film Festival aims to foster cultural exchange and dialogue between Nigeria and Italy, bridging the gap between the two countries through the universal language of cinema. By bringing Nollywood films to Italian audiences, the festival hopes to foster a greater understanding and appreciation of Nigerian culture, traditions, and perspectives.

In addition to film screenings, the Nollywood Travel Film Festival will feature panel discussions, Q&A sessions with filmmakers, networking opportunities for industry professionals and film enthusiasts alike, tours across Italy, and film studios.

“We are thrilled to bring the magic of Nollywood to audiences in Milan, Florence, Rome, and Torino,” said the festival organizers. “Nollywood is more than just a film industry; it is a cultural phenomenon that has captured the hearts of millions worldwide. Through this festival, we hope to celebrate the diversity, creativity, and resilience of Nigerian cinema and its impact on the global film landscape.”

He said the festival will kick off in Milan on 31 May 2024 before heading to Torino, Rome, and Florence in the following weeks till 29 June 2024. Audience members can expect a dynamic and immersive cinematic experience that will transport them to the heart of Nigeria. Whether you are a seasoned cinephile or a casual moviegoer, the Nollywood Travel Film Festival offers something for everyone, from powerful performances to captivating storytelling that transcends borders and languages.

“For filmmakers, actors, and industry professionals, the Nollywood Travel Film Festival is a platform to showcase their work, connect with like-minded creatives, and build bridges across continents. It is a celebration of diversity, creativity, and the transformative power of cinema to spark conversations and promote cross-cultural understanding.

Join us as we celebrate the magic of Nollywood and the art of storytelling at the Nollywood Travel Film Festival in Milan, Florence, Rome, and Torino. Be prepared to be moved, entertained, and inspired by the best of Nigerian cinema as we come together to celebrate the universal language of film.

For more information, including screening schedules, venue details, and ticketing information, please visit our official website at www.nollywoodtravelfestival.com. Follow us on social media for the latest updates and exclusive behind-the-scenes content. For press inquiries, partnership opportunities, or any additional information, please get in touch with nfo@nollywoodtravelfestival.org.”

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Nigerian flour good for baking Italian pizza – Envo

Published

1 month ago

November 18, 2024

The Gleamer

By Maureen Okon

Abuja, Nov. 18, 2024 (NAN) Mr Stefano De Leo, the Italian Ambassador to Nigeria, says mixing Italian ingredients with Nigerian flour is good for baking his country’s pizza.

Leo said this at the ongoing inaugural event of Italian 9th International Week of Cuisine scheduled from Nov. 15 to Nov. 23 in Abuja.

According to him, the Italian cooking technique and ingredients can be used with Nigerian ingredients or ingredients found wherever Italian citizens resident in the world.

“The Italian cooking techniques and ingredients can also be used with ingredient from a far land and this can be sustainable by using local products of our host community instead of importing flour from Italy.

“So, by patronising Nigerian flour, it will add value to Nigerian flour market, also what we are saying is that we can make a lot of things without importing our products from our country.

“So, this will boost the local economy and attract interest to Nigerian food sectors, by invariably encouraging the local farmers in Nigeria,’’ he said.

Leo also said that the event was celebrated as Italian lifestyle which was also part of the country’s income generated sector.

“The embassy celebrates the Italian lifestyle because it’s part of our economy which includes pasta, pizza, tractors, seeds, technology and agriculture and whatever is linked to food is what makes Italy important for tourists.

“Tourists go to Italy to taste the pizza and wine which is part of our economy and that’s why we celebrate the Italian lifestyle all around the world in November.

“ To share with our host communities and friends on our kind of lifestyle by enjoying life with them. Also looking for partners who will want to buy our wine, invest in agribusiness and buy our technology.

“So, the main focus of this event is to entertain our guests and to partner and share business ideas of what Italy can do for our host community to promote business opportunities,’’ he said.

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the pizzas showcased at the inaugural event were top Italian pizzas such as Neapolitan, Sicilian, Roman and Bagel pizzas among.

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