​The Waiter, directed by Toka McBaror and executive produced by Ayo Makun, follows Akpos, a man struggling with life's challenges, who takes a temporary job as a waiter at the Crystal Hotel. The event being hosted is one organized by the Minister of Poverty Alleviation, where a scheme to aid the underprivileged is set to be launched. As Akpos navigates the complexities of his role, the film delves into themes of social disparity and the lengths people will go to improve their circumstances. With Ayo Makun starring as Akpos, the film combines humor and drama to explore deeper social issues.

"The Last Witness" TINFF 2025 Featured Film

The Last Witness, directed by Piotr Szkopiak, is a gripping political thriller based on the true events of the Katyn Massacre in 1940. Set in post-WW2 England, the film follows Stephen Underwood (Alex Pettyfer), an ambitious journalist who uncovers a series of suicides among Polish soldiers. Eager to investigate, Stephen meets Colonel Janusz Pietrowski, a liaison officer for the resettlement of Polish troops under British command. However, his encounter with Pietrowski leaves him unsettled, propelling him into a dangerous investigation. As Stephen digs deeper, he uncovers a shocking conspiracy tied to the execution of 22,000 Polish soldiers and civilians by Stalin's secret police. The film highlights the untold horrors of this historical tragedy and the cost of uncovering the truth.