Adedamola Adedayo, Author at The Culture Custodian (Est. 2014.)

“Unclaimed”: Unlikely Storytelling Route Ruptures Promising Psychological Thriller

Being a successful filmmaker requires having the ability to play around unpopular ideas or review popular ones through fresh lenses. In doing so, the filmmaker has an unwritten obligation to tell the truth of a people’s culture and beliefs, more often staying faithful to the social context. It is not out of place for a […]

Adedamola Adedayo

1 month ago

My Life In Nollywood: Ken Erics

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 and producer Ken Erics. Ken Erics, whose full name is Ekenedilichukwu Ugochukwu Eric Nwenweh, always knew he was meant for […]

Adedamola Adedayo

1 month ago

Olisa Eloka Revisits The Road To “Loose Cannon” Ahead of TNC Africa Distribution

The producers of Loose Cannon, a short film set against the backdrop of the aftermath of the Nigerian Civil War in 1970, have struck a year-long partnership deal with TNC Africa, a platform known for spotlighting and empowering the next generation of African filmmakers. The deal will enable the exclusive distribution of the short film […]

Adedamola Adedayo

2 months ago

My Life In Nollywood: Wingonia Ikpi

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 film executive, producer, director, casting director and talent manager, Wingonia Ikpi. Wingonia Ikpi was born in Ugep, Cross River State, with […]

Adedamola Adedayo

2 months ago

The Hook Entertainment Makes Nollywood Debut with Psychological Thriller “Unclaimed”

It was an exhilarating and fun-filled evening in the heart of Lagos as film and media professionals converged for the première of Unclaimed, a gripping Nigerian psychological drama directed by Biodun Stephen, which marks the Nollywood debut of The Hook Entertainment. The première took place on on June 18th, 2025 at Alliance Francais, Ikoyi ahead […]

Adedamola Adedayo

2 months ago

“Inside Job” Is A Hodgepodge of Stunted Ideas

Comedy is best enjoyed as a filmic genre when it subtly reveals itself and its virtues. That way, even with characters that do not make sense, who are trapped in ludicrous moments, it ends up making sense. This is one mark that Kenyan creator and director Tosh Gitonga (also known for Nairobi Half Life, Volume, […]

Adedamola Adedayo

2 months ago

Yemi Morafa’s “The Party” Gives The Whodunnit Genre A Half-chance

The Party, a three-episode Netflix series produced by Judith Audu and directed by Yemi “Filmboy” Morafa, begins with a house party scene where the dying Akinbobola (Kunle Remi), also called Bobo, drops off a balcony into the pool. The struggle to revive him is futile, and the father of the deceased immediately invites the police […]

Adedamola Adedayo

2 months ago

Taiwo Egunjobi’s “The Fire and The Moth” Thrives On Visual Density

The Fire and The Moth is a simple story that highlights the brutal nature of survival, greed and corruption, and consequences for one’s actions. Saba, played by Tayo Faniran (Gangs of Lagos, Ada Omo Daddy), a smuggler, is set to deliver the stolen priceless Ife Bronze Head to his boss Ibrahim who, in turn, must […]

Adedamola Adedayo

2 months ago

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My Life In Nollywood: Ken Erics

Olisa Eloka Revisits The Road To “Loose Cannon” Ahead of TNC Africa Distribution

My Life In Nollywood: Wingonia Ikpi

The Hook Entertainment Makes Nollywood Debut with Psychological Thriller “Unclaimed”

“Inside Job” Is A Hodgepodge of Stunted Ideas

Yemi Morafa’s “The Party” Gives The Whodunnit Genre A Half-chance

Taiwo Egunjobi’s “The Fire and The Moth” Thrives On Visual Density

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