Dupe Origin Productions
is an independent, award-winning film production company founded in 2026 by King Davies Dogbe. Inspired by the extraordinary life journey of Dupe Okundaye, the company creates emotionally driven stories centred on migration, identity, resilience, heritage, and the human spirit. Drawing from African storytelling traditions and real-life experiences, Dupe Origin Productions aims to turn survival into cinema and give voice to untold stories across generations.
The company gained recognition in 2026 with its short film In The Shadows 75, a powerful drama set during the turbulent migration routes through 1970s Libya. The film earned major recognition at Lift-Off Manchester 2026, where Dupe Origin Productions won awards including Best Director and Best Art Direction, further establishing the company as a rising force in independent cinema.
