Pius and Sheikh Films Win Top Prizes at Locarno’s Africa Focus

Talemwa Pius’ “A Vineyard for a Lobster” and Mohammed Sheikh’s “Accept My Plea for a Burial” won the top prizes at Locarno’s Open Doors, the festival’s industry program spotlighting African cinema. The awards give the filmmakers increased visibility and development support, underscoring a growing international focus on emerging African talent.

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