Documentary Film “Sitabaomba” by Lova Nantenaina Competes in Morocco
Lova Nantenaina will be participating in the International Documentary Film Festival in Agadir, Morocco from June 7th to 12th. His latest documentary film, “Sitabaomba” or “Among the Francophone Zebras,” will be competing with ten other international films at the Agadir-Fidadoc International Documentary Film Festival in Morocco. The unique work combines documentary sequences, animation, fiction, and puppetry, capturing attention with its innovative storytelling.
“We are delighted to be selected for this prestigious documentary event. It shows that our films and the stories we tell can resonate with people from around the world. It is also an opportunity to see other films and gain inspiration,” said Lova Nantenaina in a phone call.
“Sitabaomba” narrates the story of Ly, a farmer from Antananarivo living near an airport and a military camp in Sitabaomba. The rice fields surrounding his village are coveted by two presidential projects, a colonel, generals, and foreign investors. Political promises and peasant rhetoric clash, creating a compelling narrative.
The film has received accolades at festivals in Leipzig, Germany, and Albi, France. Lova Nantenaina, a dedicated filmmaker, aims to showcase the cultural richness of Madagascar through his work.
The Fidadoc festival aims to promote documentary culture in Morocco and contribute to the country’s audiovisual heritage. The official jury will award prizes such as the Grand Prix “Nouzha Drissi” and the Special Jury Prize. Screenings will take place at the Sahara Cinema in the Talborjt district.
Lova Nantenaina, born and raised in Madagascar, studied social sciences and audiovisual media in France and Reunion before attending film school in Toulouse. His films, including “Avec Presque Rien …,” “Ady Gasy – The Malagasy Way,” and “Zanaka,” have garnered acclaim.
The 2024 Fidadoc promises to be a hub of cultural exchange, where documentaries shed light on diverse realities. “Sitabaomba” is poised to captivate Moroccan audiences with its powerful and universal narrative.
