The movie, LionHeart which was released on the 21st of December 2018, was written and directed by Genevieve Nnaji who also starred as the major character. Sharing the news of the OSCAR nomination on her Instagram page, Genevieve Nnaji revealed that the Nigerian Oscar Selection Committee chose the movie to represent Nigeria for the 2020 Academy Award for the Best International Film which happens to be the first time a Nigerian movie will be presented.
“The Nigerian Oscar Selection Committee has chosen @lionheartthemovie to represent Nigeria for the 2020 Academy Award for Best International Film! This is the first entry ever for Nigeria. It’s an honor to be a part of such a pivotal moment in the history of Nigerian cinema. A moment we know will be replicated as our stories continue to resonate with audiences around the world. On behalf of the entire LIONHEART team and TEN Productions, we are grateful for this recognition and proud to carry the torch. Thank you all for the love and support thus far. ❤️🇳🇬”
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