‘My Little Moon’ shines at Nigeria’s Lagos Festival
Iranian director Ali Atshani’s film ‘My Little Moon,’ produced by American Brightlight Film Productions, won three major awards at the 5th Universal Movie Awards (UNIMA) in Lagos, Nigeria, taking Best Screenplay, Best Sound and Best Original Score.
The film had been nominated in eight key categories, including Best Picture, Best Director and Best Cinematography, ILNA reported.
The festival, one of West Africa’s most significant cinematic events, showcased films from across the globe in Surulere, Lagos. Founded in 2020 by Hope Obiuma Opara, the Universal Movie Awards (UNIMA) promotes professional standards in film and television and supports international filmmakers, combining competition with cultural development in the region.
‘My Little Moon’ tells the story of two teenage girls whose online friendship spans continents. One lives in the United States, the other in Iran. Their bond demonstrates that love and friendship “know no boundaries,” crossing cultural and geographical divides.
The film stars Natalia Polo, Nicole Amato, Brent Kublick and Matthew Fireman. Its success highlights the growing reach of Iranian-related cinema, which continues to earn accolades at international festivals.
The Universal Movie Awards concluded with the awards ceremony on November 29, attended by filmmakers from Africa, Europe, Asia and the United States, cementing the festival’s role as a hub for global cinema in West Africa.