African Cinema Shines at Eurasian 'Diamond Butterfly' Award

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African Cinema Shines at Eurasian 'Diamond Butterfly' Award

Senegal and South Africa are among the countries taking part in the new prize, with 30 films shortlisted for the first edition.

The award carries a $1 million prize, founded by Russian director Nikita Mikhalkov and unveiled at the Eastern Economic Forum.

Each year the "Diamond Butterfly" will move to a new host country, with the jury chosen from local citizens.​

From the business breakfast session "Creating Images of the Future: the Role of Film Institutes in Shaping Values and Worldviews."

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