Imo International Film Festival

OWERRI, IMO STATE – The Imo Creatives & Film Festival (IMOIFF) is thrilled to announce its 2025 edition, a three-day celebration of cinematic excellence and the power of storytelling. Held in Owerri from November 28th to 30th, the festival’s theme, “Where Stories Shape the World,” highlights the profound impact film has on culture and society.

Chris Odeh, a prominent voice in the Nigerian film industry, with projects like Living in Bondage, Nneka the Pretty Serpent, Tokunbo, etc shared profound insights at the IMOIFF 2024 masterclass organized by Izu Okafor, challenging filmmakers to rethink their approach to storytelling and global reach. His words underscored the immense potential with

Short films are increasingly valuable as a calling card for emerging filmmakers, offering a platform to showcase their talent and build a portfolio. While often self-funded, there are numerous avenues for generating revenue, including online monetization, film festival prizes, licensing, brand partnerships, and direct distribution to niche audience

The IMOIFF Creatives & Film Festival 2025 is proud to announce the addition of a truly exceptional and multifaceted individual to our esteemed jury: Prof. Dr.

Get ready, Owerri! The IMOIFF Creatives & Film Festival 2025 is about to get a whole lot more star-powered with the exciting announcement that the award-winning journalist, media personality, actress, producer, creative director, and brand architect, the one and only Jeannie Jones, affectionately known as “The Kitty of the City,” will be joining ou

Get ready, filmmakers! The moment you’ve been waiting for is HERE!

Attention, brilliant screenwriters and filmmakers! Do you have a short film waiting to shine, or one that’s hidden away because you’re unsure how to share it with the world?

The ImoIFF Creatives & Film Festival is thrilled to announce the return of its highly anticipated Filmmakers Workshop for the 2025 edition, building on the resounding success of the 2024 program. This initiative stands as a testament to our unwavering commitment to nurturing emerging talent and fostering a vibrant filmmaking community within South

The second edition of the ImoIFF Creatives & Film Festival, themed “Emergence’24,” concluded on November 30th, leaving a vibrant tapestry of creativity and inspiration in its wake. Held in Owerri, Nigeria, from November 28th to 30th, the festival solidified its position as a premier platform for cinematic excellence and cultural exchange, attractin

Nelia “Neli” Ekeji is a Nigerian-American disaster response specialist, public health advocate, and avid cinephile whose commitment to social justice drives her work and passion for film. With a degree in International Comparative Studies and a minor in Global Health from Duke University, Neli’s advocacy journey began early, including a dedicated t