Features, reviews, and essays on film and TV shows from across the African continent
Stanley Obi’s Love in Every Word which was released on Omoni Oboli’s YouTube channel has monopolized Nigerians’ attention since its release. The film, written by Mfon-Abasi Micheal Inyang, has amassed over 7 million views (as of the time of writing this essay) and has been the subject of numerous conversations. The heightened level of discourse […]
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An announcement meant to celebrate African storytelling instead ignited debates about Hollywood’s disregard for Nollywood talent, accusations of cultural interloping, and the perceived insensitivity of Western production teams.
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As we look back on the previous year’s releases, debuts, and industry-defining moments in Nigerian Film, it’s time we look forward and embrace what this year might hold for Nigerian Film. Here’s what and who to keep an eye on as the year continues to take shape. I do not come to you by chance […]
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Two brothers on a mission to reshape how African stories are shared with the world.
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The current state of African cinema is a consequence of many years of sweat and blood. Pioneers of what is today a booming, dynamic industry never had it easy in their times, particularly in the 20th century when the continent was largely subjected to infamous policies under colonial rule and post-colonial military dictatorships. In 1934, […]
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As announced by Dr. Busola Tejumola, MultiChoice’s Executive Head of Content and Channels (West Africa), during a press conference last week, the annual Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Award’s (AMVCA) nomination will be announced on 23rd, March 2025. Scheduled to be a live broadcast, the nomination announcement which will take place by 7:00pm WAT will determine […]
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Nothing fittingly describes my journey to the screening of Five Resilient Women event than this phrase: “Man proposes but God disposes.” However, to perfectly capture my journey to the location, the phrase will lend itself to a rewrite: “Seyi proposes but Lagos disposes.” Lagosians reading this might have a keen understanding of this anecdote. For […]
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The haunting psychological thriller Baby Farm finally arrives today, March 21, 2025, on Netflix. The film’s simultaneous release on the global platform is a watershed moment for its creators, who have journeyed from production in 2024 to worldwide distribution. Helmed by acclaimed executive producer Mo Abudu of Ebony Life and visionary director Kayode Kasum, this […]
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The advent of social media and other forms of digital technology has made it easier to document dysfunctional relationships. In Nigeria, such relationships are closely associated with the family and romantic unions, and may include traces of physical and emotional abuse, parental neglect, child abuse, marital infidelity, sexual incompatibility and frustration, poor communication, violence and […]
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The popular television show MTV Shuga is returning to Kenya after 15 years and will premiere in May 2025. The anticipated season, MTV Shuga Mashariki, brings together a new array of talented actors and an all-Kenyan production team. First launched in Kenya in 2009, the award-winning drama series has evolved across different African regions, expanding […]
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NollyTube has undergone a transformation. It has shed its former reputation as a repository for low-quality films to become a legitimate cinematic platform. This evolution has attracted not only viewers in droves but also respected filmmakers and veteran actors who now proudly showcase their work on the platform. The production values have skyrocketed, proving that […]
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“Additionally, the film opens with the mother reiterating how important it is to follow the family’s tradition and obey the father. I wanted to use this to state that sometimes the victims of patriarchy subconsciously ensure that it stays in power. Although she doesn’t participate in the sacrifice, it’s ambiguous as to if she knows about two important incidents in the film: The attempted sacrifice and the lead character’s killing of his father. I decided to do that to leave ambiguity in the audiences’ consciousness.”
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About two years ago, when Gangs of Lagos was released on Amazon Prime Video as her first Nigerian Original film, it was met with mixed reactions. Some praised the film as a milestone in modern Nigerian storytelling. Apologists of traditions accused the producers of misrepresenting Isale Eko and defaming the sacred Eyo Masquerade institution. I […]
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