The New York Film Festival returns with obsessions, deceptions and monsters
Challenging documentaries and award-winning features are among the offerings of New York City's leading cinema event, starring such luminaries as Pedro Pascal, Adam Driver, Scarlett Johansson, Julianne Moore and Godzilla.
Film producer Mimi Bartels made history at the 2026 Toronto International Film Festival by having two of her productions represented at the event. 'The Secret Lives of Baba Segi's Wives', which Bartels helped produce, screened at TIFF, while her production 'Old Scores: The Black Book 2' was showcased at TIFF: The Market under the Global Africa Hub.
With over 30 films to her credit, Bartels has also contributed significantly to the distribution of more than 110 films. Prior to her current role, she served as the General Manager of FilmOne Studios and co-founded and directed productions at Anakle Films. Her producing credits include films that have earned over 30 nominations at the Africa Magic Viewers' Choice Awards and two wins.
Bartels' significant achievements include being named Nigeria's highest-grossing producer in 2021 and serving as a juror for the International Emmy Awards and the Africa Magic Viewers' Choice Awards. She emphasized the importance of her focus on taking Nigerian stories to international audiences, stating that TIFF 2026 held particular significance in this journey.
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