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

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

Locarno Film Festival’s Open Doors Launches Inaugural African Cohort

As part of efforts towards developing African cinema, Locarno Film Festival’s Open Doors program has launched a four-year plan that will support African filmmakers from 2025 to 2028 through co-production opportunities and training for producers and directors. This inaugural African cohort aligns with the program’s broader vision of providing room for creative talent development for […]

Adedamola Adedayo

2 months ago

Nnamdi Kanaga Releases First Teaser For Ọgbanje-Themed Supernatural Thriller, “Water Girl”

Ahead of its screening at the Caribbean Film Festival 2025, Nnamdi Kanaga has released the official teaser for Water Girl—a supernatural thriller inspired by the concept of Ọgbanje in Igbo mythology. The film follows the story of Kamsi, a teenage girl whose earthly existence is threatened by the spiritual circumstances of her birth. The official […]

Adedamola Adedayo

2 months ago

TINFF 2025: Celebrating Global Cinema and Nollywood’s Rising Stars

The 9th annual Toronto International Nollywood Film Festival (TINFF) is set to take place from September 6th – 13, 2025, across different locations in Toronto and Brampton, Ontario in Canada—with screening schedules yet to be disclosed. This week-long celebration of film, culture, and industry innovation promises to be an exciting event, featuring a diverse range […]

Adedamola Adedayo

2 months ago

The Annual Film Mischief 2025 Welcomes Submissions For “Reclaiming Self”

In the quest for bold, unapologetic and diverse narratives that can breach boundaries, The Film Rats Club is welcoming submissions from filmmakers across Africa and the diaspora towards The Annual Film Mischief 2025 (TAFM) that is scheduled to run from October 8th – 30th. Film screenings will be held across Lagos and Abuja in Nigeria, […]

Adedamola Adedayo

2 months ago

My Life In Nollywood: Jide Kene Achufusi

Every week, The Culture Custodian grants you an all-access backstage pass into the lives of Nollywood rock stars. You learn about their fascinating backgrounds, the behind-the-scenes stories, and more. This episode features actor and budding filmmaker Jide Kene Achufusi. Jideofor Kenechukwu Achufusi, popularly known as Jide Kene Achufusi or Swanky JKA, radiates talent and charisma, […]

Adedamola Adedayo

2 months ago

Beyond Convention: The Anatomy of Gender Expression in Ajay Abalaka’s “Girl-Boy”

Gender dynamics form a crucial part of conversations around identity construction in the contemporary world. It is even more a polemical subject in societies like Nigeria that cling stubbornly to traditional and patriarchal values. Attempts to represent queerness in mainstream Nigerian film and television are resisted and stifled, either directly or indirectly, with the National […]

Adedamola Adedayo

3 months ago

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

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

Locarno Film Festival’s Open Doors Launches Inaugural African Cohort

Nnamdi Kanaga Releases First Teaser For Ọgbanje-Themed Supernatural Thriller, “Water Girl”

TINFF 2025: Celebrating Global Cinema and Nollywood’s Rising Stars

The Annual Film Mischief 2025 Welcomes Submissions For “Reclaiming Self”

My Life In Nollywood: Jide Kene Achufusi

Beyond Convention: The Anatomy of Gender Expression in Ajay Abalaka’s “Girl-Boy”

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