Along with Nemsia’s commissioning deal, Prime Video has previously announced exclusive licensing agreements with Nigerian production studios, Inkblot Studios and Anthill Studios.
Nollywood production house Nemsia Films has signed an exclusive slate deal with Amazon Prime Video, with three features commissioned.
The first title to be announced under the deal is Breath of Life, written and directed by BB Sasore, Nemsia’s co-founder, and produced by Eku Edewor. It tells a story exploring life and destiny, where one must live to fulfil their purpose and cannot die until this is done.
The other two films to come from the deal will be announced later this year.
Nemsia Films was co-founded by Derin Adeyokunnu and Sasore and has become a hub for developing young and emerging talent across Nollywood.
The company’s past productions include God Calling, Before 30 and Journey Of An African Colony.
The deal with Nemsia follows on from significant Prime Investment in Nigeria, including exclusive licensing deals with Inkblot Studios and Anthill Studios.
Ayanna Lonian, Director of Content Acquisition and Head of Worldwide Major Studio Licensing Strategy at Prime Video, said: “We are very excited to collaborate with Nemsia Films on this pioneering slate deal, which will complement our growing lineup of local Nollywood content for Prime Video customers. This slate deal supports our goal to showcase Nollywood at its best, by telling authentic homegrown stories in a range of genres to Prime Video customers around the world.”
Derin Adeyokunnu, Co-founder of Nemsia Films, added: “At Nemsia Films, it is our belief in ‘no gravity for the mind’ that has led us to work with Prime Video, one of the leading streaming services worldwide, capable of delivering our stories further than we ever imagined. We are tremendously excited about the collaboration and what the future holds for Nollywood.”
