13th NollywoodWeek Film Festival Underway in Paris with Voyage Theme
The 13th edition of the NollywoodWeek Film Festival is taking place in Paris, featuring the theme of 'Voyage' that transports audiences to Nigeria and beyond. The Nollywood industry, valued at over $6 billion, is highlighted amid discussions of its growth and challenges. Festival co-founder Serge Noukoué discussed these aspects in an interview with France 24.
manilatimes.netThe 13th edition of the NollywoodWeek Film Festival is taking place in Paris, showcasing films under the theme of 'Voyage'. This theme takes audiences to Nigeria and beyond, exploring stories from the region and its diaspora. France 24 reported that the Nollywood industry is worth over $6 billion and growing fast, positioning it at a turning point between global expansion and pressures from streaming, technology, and debates over who tells its stories.
Serge Noukoué, co-founder of the NollywoodWeek Film Festival, spoke to France 24 in Perspective about the event and the industry's developments.
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3 events- 2026-05-05
The 13th edition of the NollywoodWeek Film Festival is taking place in Paris.
1 sourceFrance 24 - 2026-05-05
Serge Noukoué, co-founder of the NollywoodWeek Film Festival, spoke to France 24 in Perspective.
1 sourceFrance 24 - Recent (undated in sources)
The Nollywood industry is reported to be worth over $6 billion.
1 sourceFrance 24
Potential Impact
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Promotion of Nigerian and diaspora stories may enhance cultural exchange between France and Nigeria.
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Increased visibility for Nollywood films in international markets, potentially boosting global partnerships.
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Highlighting industry challenges like streaming pressures could influence discussions on content creation and distribution.
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