A Lagos-based film studio crafting powerful, globally resonant Nigerian stories for the world stage.
Our Work
Official Selection: New York African Film Festival (NYAFF). Our debut project explores mental illness, homelessness, and street justice on the gritty streets of Lagos; it premiered at NYAFF in May 2024.
A prestige, true-events-inspired feature set in Lagos & Kano — positioned for festival launch and global distribution.
About
Red Sand Studios (RSS) is a Lagos-based film studio led by Founder/CEO Ogochukwu Ekezie. We focus on high-quality, mainstream storytelling, breaking new talent, and elevating homegrown Nigerian films to global standards — with festival-first strategies and long-tail distribution.
Approach
01 — Story Driven
Purpose before spectacle
Every project begins with truth and emotional depth — stories that move audiences and reflect real human experience.
02 — Talent Obsessed
Championing voices
We find, nurture, and empower exceptional creative and technical talent across all stages of production.
03 — Global Standards
World-class execution
We hold ourselves to the highest creative and operational standards, building Nigerian cinema that can compete anywhere.
News
May 2024
Our debut short screened in New York; more festivals to follow.
June 2024
The official launch of Red Sand Studios in Lagos, with a screening of Wèrè.
2025
A prestige feature set in Lagos & Kano—follow our production journal here.
Contact
For screeners, partnerships, representation, or media, drop us a note. We typically respond within 2–3 business days.
