Canada has announced its official submission for the best international feature film category at the 99th Academy Awards: “Nina Roza,” a drama co-produced by Canada, Belgium, Bulgaria, and Italy. The film was written and directed by Geneviève Dulude-De Celles, who received the Silver Bear for best screenplay when the project premiered at Berlin.
The narrative follows Mihail, an art expert who departed Bulgaria three decades prior and returns to validate the paintings of Nina, an 8-year-old Bulgarian artist who has gained attention online after her work went viral. As Mihail examines her artistic output, he must confront unresolved personal issues from his past. Director Dulude-De Celles expressed gratitude for the selection, stating the honor reflects the efforts of the entire production team spanning Quebec, Canada, Bulgaria, Italy, and Belgium.
“Nina Roza” is produced by multiple companies including Colonelle Films, UMI Films, Ginger Light, PREMIERstudio, and Echo Bravo. The cast features Galin Stoev, Sofia Stanina, Ekaterina Stanina, Michelle Tzontchev, Christian Bégin, and Chiara Caselli. Following its Berlin premiere, the film has participated in various international festivals and received a Quebec theatrical release in April 2026. The project is scheduled for presentation at the Festival International du Film Francophone de Namur and AFI Fest.
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences will announce the complete shortlist of 15 films in the best international feature category on Dec. 15. Final nominations will be revealed on Jan. 21, 2027, with the 99th Academy Awards ceremony scheduled for March 14, 2027.
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