26-year-old Nigerian film buff Igho Arusi is an audio operator whose sighs are firmly set on becoming a filmmaker. Born in Lagos, Arusi is also a computer science graduate. As part of the MultiChoice Talent Factory Academy’s Class of 2019, Arusi is eager to immerse himself in the programme and use what he has learnt to create more engaging and educative films and TV shows alongside other emerging filmmakers.
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Olaiya Oluwaseyi Modupeola is a 22-year-old Nigerian writer on a mission to fulfil his dreams of becoming a screenwriter and producer. For the Ogun-born creative, the best thing about Africa is its rich cultural heritage and diversity. “The continent is blessed with super talented youths who are goal getters and passion driven. The fact that the continent also offers breath-taking tourist attractions makes it unique,” says Modupeola, who holds a BSc in Mass communication from Lagos State University in Nigeria.
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  • 21.11.2019

MEDIA RELEASE: 18 NOVEMBER 2019

Africa’s Next Generation of Storytellers Shine at Joburg Film Festival

Films produced by graduates of M-Net Magic in Motion (MiM) internship programme and the MultiChoice Talent Factory’s Academies (MTF) in East, West and Southern Africa will be shown at the Joburg Film Festival from 19-24 November.

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  • 21.11.2019

MTF Academy Director Femi Odugbemi selected to be a part of the Joburg Film Festival (JFF) jury

“Festivals like the Joburg Film Festival are so critical to our future. It’s much more than entertainment – it’s also a lot about edutainment.”

20 November 2019 - The MultiChoice Talent Factory (MTF) is thrilled to announce that MTF Director for West Africa Academy Femi Odugbemi is part of the 3rd annual Joburg Film Festival (JFF) jury!

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  • 19.11.2019

MEDIA RELEASE: 15 NOVEMBER 2019

Ticket Sales Open for Joburg Film Festival

Cinema fans are in for a treat as ticket sales for the Joburg Film Festival go live at www.joburgfilmfestival.co.za, giving them the chance to see a curated mix of the finest films and documentaries from across Africa and around the world, between 19 and 24 November – including a one-off screening of South Africa’s 2020 Academy Award contender, Knuckle City.

 

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