A Historic First: Papua New Guinea Makes Inaugural Oscar Submission

Poster of ‘Papa Buka’ and Pa Ranjith

In a truly historic moment for global cinema, Papua New Guinea has selected the film 'Papa Buka' as its first-ever submission to the Academy Awards. This is a massive milestone for the nation and its burgeoning film industry.

For so long, the Oscars have been dominated by the same few countries, but this submission signals a new era of diverse storytelling on a global platform. It's a testament to the power of film to transcend borders and share unique cultural narratives. This film, and others like it, give us a window into worlds we might never have seen otherwise.

Food for Thought: What impact do you think this submission will have on Papua New Guinea's film industry? What other underrepresented nations would you love to see get their chance on the world stage?