ANIWA 2007 CLOSES

Aniwa 2007 ended on Friday July 20th 2007. In all four countries, Ghana, Nigeria, Zimbabwe and South Africa participated in this year’s festival. Productions that were entered into the competition were 32 in all. The breakdown is as follows:

Documentary: 7

Fiction:          15

Animation:      2

TV Drama:     3

Musicals:       3

Debut:            2 

Members of the Jury

 Mrs. Veronica Nai -  Film maker, Producer and Film consultant. 

Mr. Edward Ossai   - Director, Producer and Teacher, NFI Nigeria. 

Mr. Kwame Akuffo- Anoff – Controller of Programmes, Ghana Television 

Mr. Dele Oke- Head of Department, Television Journalism and Dean of Studies, NTA TV College, Jos, Nigeria

Mr. Billy Mutta-Chairman of Jury.  A veteran Documentary film producer and former head of film training, KIMC, Nairobi, Kenya. He is currently the Managing Director of NARGBILS International Productions.

Ms. Rebecca Ohene- Asah of the National Film and Television Institute was the secretary to the jury.

AWARDS 

SPECIAL MENTION 

WHERE IS THE LIGHT! (Nigeria)

 For demonstrating courage in her first attempt at employing film techniques to treat a subject matter that is a social and infrastructural challenge to many African countries. 

TOMORROW’S FUTURE (Ghana)

 Relevance of subject matter and a delicate treatment of a troubling subject with passion and sensitivity. 

FACELESS (Nigeria)

For an engaging treatment of a global concern. 

MAME LAGOS (Nigeria)

For telling a hilarious story that emphasizes African pride.  

CATEGORIES DIVISION

 DOCUMENTARY:  

RAWLINGS (Ghana)

For a sensitive treatment of a subject with historical resonance 

FOOD FOR THOUGHT (Nigeria)

An outstanding documentary that employs metaphor and subtext to focus attention on a global issue 

FICTION 

SINDISWA (South Africa)

For its relevant subject matter, strong story and outstanding photography. 

OUT OF PLACE (Ghana)

For a remarkable Script interpretation as well as Acting. 

MUSICAL 

MILLION VOICES (Ghana)

It carries a definite message and articulate…… 

ANIMATION 

OBI NKA OBI (Ghana)

This animation uses outstanding Animation technique to project African values. 

TV DRAMA 

ADAM’S SEED (Ghana)

Although casting is unsatisfactory, this film creatively employs deep subtext, eloquent dialogue and African props in an engaging and refreshing way.  

DEBUT 

TANYA  (Zimbabwe)

Excellent use of Photography and Sound in the interpretation of a global social problem. 

CRAFTSMANSHIP CATEGORIES 

SCRIPT 

FOOD FOR THOUGHT (Nigeria)

Strong and unique use of metaphor. Using an unusual local vehicle to draw attention to a known global concern.  

PHOTOGRAPHY 

SINDINSWA (South Africa)

Creative and effective use of Photography and lights that brings ordinary characters to life in a delicate and sensitive manner. 

SOUND

FREE (Nigeria)

Best use of Sound. 

EDITING

TOGETHER ALONE (South Africa)

For its ability to effectively construct a potentially larger than life subject matter. 

DESIGN

ADAM SEED (Ghana)

For outstanding use of Props and Set design

MUSIC 

EZENATOR (Ghana)

Effective use of traditional African score.   

DIRECTING 

ELANINI (South Africa)

For exceptional story and controlled acting and directing. 

ACTING 

OUT OF PLACE (Ghana)

For a deep understanding of the lead role as well as ability to interpret it creatively and professionally. 

APPRECIATION

The Aniwa Secretariat would like to thank all those who supported the festival, especially   Standard Water Gh., Ghana Breweries Ltd., TV Africa, Peace FM, GTV, Cadbury Ghana and all participants. Special thanks also goes to Mr. Nunoo Amarteifio, the former Mayor of Accra, Mr. Martin Loh, the Director of NAFTI and members of the planning committee of ANIWA for a successful festival.  

NEXT STOP

ANIWA 2009 – All enquiries may directed to the ANIWA Secretariat, NAFTI, PMB, GPO, Accra, Ghana, West Africa.  TEL – 00233-21-777610, 00233-21-777159 or 00233-21-774522.  FAX- 0233- 21- 774522

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