How Winning the AMVCA Transformed Ifeoluwa Fatogun's Career Trajectory

Ifeoluwa Fatogun, a producer of the highly acclaimed film "Dundun," which was directed by Ebi Atawodi, won the "Best Documentary" category at the 11th Africa Magic Viewers' Choice Awards, making her one of the most notable voices in African cinema.

The documentary has struck a deep chord with viewers all over the continent as it examines the historical, spiritual, and cultural significance of talking drums in Yoruba country.


"African filmmaking is evolving," Ifeoluwa stated in a statement to Saturday Beats after her victory. At last, we are narrating our tales in a way that is truthful, grounded, and visually striking. The world is observing us, but more significantly, we are observing ourselves from a different perspective.

"We didn't want to create a merely educational documentary. Our goal was to create something that evoked emotion and served as a reminder.

"In Africa, cinema has always been a part of our cuisine, dances, and procedures. Currently, we are taking back both the message and the medium.

The victory, she continued, is a turning point in her career. She claimed that after working on many creative projects, such as music videos, ads, and other documentaries, she is about to enter the next stage of her career, delving further into the realm of filmmaking and the African narrative ecosystem.

Later this year, the documentary will be screened at a number of foreign festivals, the statement continued.