Locarno Open Doors Program Announces 2026 Award Winners
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Locarno Open Doors Program Announces 2026 Award Winners

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The Locarno Open Doors program has revealed the recipients of its 2026 awards, focusing on African co-productions and talent development. Four projects were selected as winners during the platform’s second year dedicated to an Africa focus.

The winning projects are ‘A Vineyard for A Lobster,’ ‘Accept My Plea for Burial,’ ‘Too Much Music,’ and ‘Chapa 100.’ The Locarno Open Doors program is a co-production platform and talent development initiative. This year's awards specifically highlight films originating from or collaborating with African filmmakers and production companies.

The program aims to support the growth of cinema in Africa by providing opportunities for international collaboration and funding.

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