Africa Movie Academy Awards Celebrates 20 Years: Call For Film Entries Across Africa

The Africa Movie Academy awards (AMAA) is calling for entry of films across Africa to commemorate its 20th anniversary ceremony.

This year 2024 marks its 20th anniversary celebrating the rich tapestry of films and film makers across Africa. This is necessitated by the call for a late entry submission which has been extended to the 10TH of August.

The dream of recognizing and elevating the Africa story telling through the cinema was birth and conceived by the Africa Movie Academy Awards founder PEACE ANYIAM OSIGWE the visionary of blessed memory.

The story of networking and rewarding the great African filmmaker is incomplete without PEACE, her infringing efforts, commitments and dedication is a testament for the growth of Nollywood and the African film.

Through her contribution and achievements, the world of cinema is honoring, creativity, innovation and hard work of the Africa’s filmmakers across the globe.

Since its inception, AMAA has been dedicated to promoting excellence in film, fostering a thriving network of professionals, and shining a spotlight on the extraordinary talents that. shape the industry.

As we celebrate the 20th anniversary of the AFRICA MOVIE ACADEMY AWARDS this year 2024, we eulogize the great contributions of PEACE AYIAM OSIGWE and re-enact her mission to offering a platform that connects industry veterans and newcomers alike, fostering collaboration and innovation.

The call for submissions for the 20th edition of the AMAA has been extended to accommodate submission across Africa. We welcome Feature films, Short films, Documentary etc produced and released between January 2023- July 2024.

For submissions: https://filmfreeway.com/africamovieacademyawards-882089 . Waiver code for submission: AMAA2024code.

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