Joseph Duke[1] is a Nigerian filmmaker renowned for his work in Mokalik,Crime and Justice Lagos.Duke's career is marked by a series of critically acclaimed projects and significant contributions to both Nigerian and international cinema.

Joseph Duke
Born
Joseph Etekamba Duke

5 November 1986
Surulere Lagos State, Nigeria
NationalityNigerian
CitizenshipNigerian
EducationNational Film Institute(NFI),Jos
Alma materLondon Film Academy
Occupation
Years active2007–present
OrganizationElect Networks Studios
Known forFilm Production
AwardsBest Animation, IIFF 2022

Early Life and Education

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Joseph[2][3] was born in Lagos, Nigeria, where he developed an early interest in film and storytelling. He pursued his passion for film at the National Film Institute (NFI) in Jos, where he graduated with a degree in motion picture production. Furthering his education, he studied Cinematography and Editing at the London Film Academy in Fulham, London. Duke also holds various certificates and diplomas in film production from the International Film and Broadcast Academy (IFBA), Lagos Film Institute (LFI), Action Film Academy (AFA), and The Sword of Excellence Drama-film University (SEDU).

Filmography

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Awards and nominations

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Year Result Award Category Work
2022 Won Ibadan International Film Festival[9] Best Animation

Best Film

Ami

References

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  1. ^ "Joseph Duke | Director, Second Unit Director or Assistant Director, Production Manager". IMDb. Retrieved 2024-07-25.
  2. ^ Lifestyle, TheCable (2017-01-07). "INTERVIEW: I expected to win Sahara Group's film competition, says Joseph Duke". TheCable Lifestyle. Retrieved 2024-07-25.
  3. ^ Sesan (2016-12-16). "Duke wins Sahara Group's Film Extrapreneurs Competition". Punch Newspapers. Retrieved 2024-07-25.
  4. ^ Afolayan, Kunle (2019-09-01), The Bridge (Drama, Romance), Ademola Adedoyin, Chedinma Ekile, Kunle Afolayan, Lasun Ray Production, Golden Effects, retrieved 2024-07-25
  5. ^ Duke, Joseph; Ndejito, Emmanuel (2021-06-01), Alejandro (Drama), Sam Ojo, Pineda Joshua, Tina Mba, The Inspired Group, Aldgate Insurance Services, retrieved 2024-07-25
  6. ^ Telegraph, New (2022-06-04). "Animated short film, Ami, shuns political thuggery - New Telegraph". newtelegraphng.com. Retrieved 2024-07-25.
  7. ^ "Animated Short Film, Ami, Shuns Political Thuggery – THISDAYLIVE". www.thisdaylive.com. Retrieved 2024-07-25.
  8. ^ "Showmax Premieres First-time Director's Film At Joburg Film Festival, And Announces Slate – SAMDB News". Retrieved 2024-07-25.
  9. ^ "Past Winners || IIFF - Ibadan International Film Festival". iiff.ng. Retrieved 2024-07-25.
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