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The license plates of the fat cars that QUEEN LATEEFAH “borrows” from her childhood friend’s garage for business trips proudly display the motto of the megacity of Lagos: “Centre of Excellence”. Lateefah more than lives up to this reputation: she is an up-and-comer who, thanks to her intelligence, self-confidence and quick-wittedness as a businesswoman, wants to make it from the bottom to the top. More precisely: from the slum where she lives with her mother and sister to the think tank of the advertising agency of Jide, the city’s most sought-after bachelor. Using business strategies that are not entirely legal, but all the smarter for it, she manages to make a spectacular entrance into the company. But Jide is surrounded by women who jealously watch over him and his fortune and immediately become suspicious…

This romantic comedy is perhaps also so successful in Nigeria because it bows to the quick humor and exquisite wit for which Lagos is famous. The necessary accessories to expose these skills in everyday business life, such as spectacular fashion and extravagant furniture, are skillfully staged for the screen.

Trailer
Still from the Nigerian movie "Queen Lateefah"
© Wumi Toriola Productions, Captain of the Sea Productions, Cinemax Nigeria

Programme

8 pm
Talk
with Rita Edochie (actress), Charles Inojie (actor), Olachi Opara (Nigerian Community in Berlin) & Dorothee Wenner (moderation) 

Greetings from Isaac Izoya (Director Nollywood Film Festival Germany & Nollywood Europe Golden Awards & Founder of Ehizoya Golden Entertainment e.V.)

9 pm
Film screening

Participants

“We Carry the Sun” – Program by the association “Nigerian Community in Berlin” at the Schlüterhof

Even before the film screening, an artistic intervention will take place, conceived and carried out by the cultural association Nigerian Community in Berlin. Under the title We Carry the Sun, a space is created through music, spoken word, and a pop-up exhibition for artistic expressions that engage with experiences, stories, and perspectives from the African continent and the diaspora:

“Join us at this year’s Box Office Around the World, where the Nigerian community proudly showcases the vibrant spirit of African art and culture. This year’s theme, “We Carry the Sun,” celebrates the warmth, resilience, and brilliance of Africa’s rich heritage. It features a curated collection of captivating artworks and dynamic performances that embody their creativity, stories, and cultural pride. “Our art is a powerful tribute to the essence of our African identity, inspiring and connecting us through the timeless narrative of our heritage”- Nigerian Community in Berlin. Come and witness the luminous energy that defines them, and see how they carry the sun within.”

From 4:30 p.m.: Opening of the pop-up exhibition
5:00–5:30 p.m.: Music by Dareel Marley and spoken-word poetry by Robophil

partner

NCIB
NFFG/NEGA
Ehizoya Golden Entertainment e.V
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