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The Cinema of Madagascar refers to the film industry in Madagascar.
In 1975, the Malagasy government nationalized the movie theatres and established the Office du Cinema Malgache. The national film industry, although very much in its infancy, is influenced by Nollywood (Nigerian cinema) and French cinema. The most notable director is Raymond Rajaonarivelo, director of movies such as Quand Les Etoiles Rencontrent La Mer (When the Stars Meet the Sea) and Tabataba (The Spreading of Rumors). The Rencontres du Film Court Madagascar is an award given to honor the best films and players in the industry.
Cinemas in the capital, Antananarivo show Hollywood blockbuster films; films are dubbed into French. Bruce Lee is very popular in Madagascar.
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