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200755 minPGdocumentary

5.0/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

This Is Nollywood

200755 minPGdocumentary

5.0/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

Nigeria's film industry, known as Nollywood, is highlighted as a significant cultural and cinematic force gaining international recognition.

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Nigeria's film industry, known as Nollywood, is highlighted as a significant cultural and cinematic force gaining international recognition.

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Franco Sacchidirector

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The story of Nigeria's home grown film industry, which is gaining recognition as a cultural and cinematic phenomenon.

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