Senegalhas selected French-Senegalese filmmakerMati Diops Golden Bear-winning contemporary docDahomeyas its submission forBest International Feature Filmat the 97thAcademy Awards.
Dahomeyhad its North American premiere at TIFF this week.
It was founded in the 17th century by King Houegbadja.
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Along with thousands of others, these artifacts were plundered by French colonial troops in 1892. you’re free to check out the full interviewhere.
Eve Robin and Judith Lou Levy were also producers on the film with Diop andColy.
The Oscars shortlists will be announced on December 17.
