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Adedamola Adedayo

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Olisa Eloka’s “Loose Cannon” Recalls The Trauma of the Nigerian Civil War

Olisa Eloka’s “Loose Cannon” Recalls The Trauma of the Nigerian Civil War

Loose Cannon is a historical short film that is set against the backdrop of one of the most cataclysmic events in post-colonial Nigeria, the Nigerian Civil War (1967-1970). Co-written with Kene Ibineme, co-produced and directed by Olisa Eloka, the production has a cast of six actors, which are Keezyto, Nkeoma Umudu, Dabeluchukwu Ibik, Rejoice Ozioko, […]

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My Life In Nollywood: KC Obiajulu

Every week, The Culture Custodian grants you an all-access backstage pass into the lives of Nollywood rock stars. You get to learn about their fascinating backgrounds, the behind-the-scenes stories, and more. This episode features ace cinematographer KC Obiajulu.  KC Obiajulu’s first name is Kenechukwu, but he prefers to be called “KC”—as a matter of style. […]

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1 week ago

My Life In Nollywood: KC Obiajulu

AMAA 2024: How It Happened

The 20th edition of the Africa Movie Academy Awards (AMAA) was held on November 2nd, 2024 at the Balmoral Convention Centre Sheraton, Ikeja with Nigeria’s Segun Arinze and Ghana’s Joselyn Dumas as hosts. As with previous editions, the event was a toast to excellence and innovation in African cinema and brought together filmmakers and stakeholders […]

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2 weeks ago

AMAA 2024: How It Happened

My Life In Nollywood: Olalekan Isiaka (Lekan Swanky)

Every week, Culture Custodian grants you an all-access backstage pass into the lives of Nollywood professionals. You get to hear their fascinating background, their behind-the-scenes stories, and more. This week’s edition features production designer, art director and set designer, Olalekan Isiaka (Lekan Swanky). Since his rise in Nollywood over a decade ago, Olalekan Isiaka has […]

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2 weeks ago

My Life In Nollywood: Olalekan Isiaka (Lekan Swanky)

“Lakatabu”: It’s All Déjà Vu

Odunlade Adekola is the poster boy for star roles in Yoruba films of the home video era. One such archetype, which he has embodied in different so-called Yoruba Nollywood productions over a career spanning decades, is the conceited, “bad boy” protagonist. This protagonist, full of irredeemable pride, is usually a rogue who possesses some form […]

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2 weeks ago

“Lakatabu”: It’s All Déjà Vu

My Life In Nollywood: Najite Dede

Every week, The Culture Custodian grants you an all-access backstage pass into the lives of Nollywood rock stars. You get to learn about their fascinating backgrounds, the behind-the-scenes stories, and more. This episode features actor, theatremaker and director, Najite Dede.  An alumnus of Nigeria’s premier institution the University of Ibadan, Najite Dede has made a […]

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4 weeks ago

My Life In Nollywood: Najite Dede

Kunle Afolayan Unveils Psychological Thriller “Recall”, Set To Premiere At The 2024 Africa International Film Festival (AFRIFF)

Ace Nollywood producer and director Kunle Afolayan has released the poster for his latest project, a psychological thriller titled Recall. The film, starring an exceptional line of talent led by Sharon Ooja (Oloture, Glamour Girls), will premiere on November 7th at the 2024 edition of AFRIFF. Set against the metropolitan backdrop of Lagos, Recall follows […]

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Kunle Afolayan Unveils Psychological Thriller “Recall”, Set To Premiere At The 2024 Africa International Film Festival (AFRIFF)
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