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Here Is Everything We Know About “My Father’s Shadow”

My Father’s Shadow is a personal, semi-autobiographical exploration of the Davies brothers. It’s charged as an attempt to make sense of the absence that shaped their formative years.

Shalom Tewobola

6 months ago

Afolabi Olalekan’s “Freedom Way” Fails to Aspire Beyond Reiteration and Lamentation

Afolabi Olalekan’s Freedom Way written and produced by Blessing Uzzi, takes a lengthy and laborious 90 minutes to drive home a single point: our lives, as humans and Nigerians, especially, are connected. Uzzi’s script assembles a varied cast to make this point: the co-founders of Easy Go Ride, Themba (Jesse Suntele), Tayo (Ogaranya), and Edi […]

Seyi Lasisi

3 months ago

Akay Mason’s “Red Circle” is a Thoughtful Drama that Doesn’t Add Up

The Yoruba people have a saying: “Sátídé ti ọ dà, àti Jímọ́h láti mọ́.” Although there are different iterations of this saying, what they loosely translate to is that tomorrow’s greatness is foreshadowed in the details of today. This often-recycled axiom captures my thoughts after watching the trailer for Akay Mason’s Red Circle which has […]

Seyi Lasisi

5 months ago

Nollywood Romcoms Do Not Reflect Nigeria

If you’ve been even remotely active online, the words Achalugo and Odogwu have likely crossed your path, either directly or embedded in brands like Piggyvest’s marketing materials. Perhaps you’ve also encountered the lavish praise hailing Love in Every Word as one of 2025’s cinematic masterpieces, or declarations that Omoni Oboli has revolutionized NollyTube. If we […]

Shalom Tewobola

6 months ago

What “Children of Blood and Bone” Reveals About Nollywood’s Deeper Struggles

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.

Shalom Tewobola

9 months ago

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Filmhouse Cinemas Hosts A “Barbie” Brunch To Remember

Filmhouse Cinemas organized a spectacular Barbie-themed brunch on the 12th of July at the Art Hotel in anticipation of the upcoming premiere of the movie “Barbie. Hosted by Eku Edewor, the event beautifully showcased the allure of Barbie and her ability to ignite the glamorous spirit within us all. Here are some of the most […]

2 years ago

“The House of Secrets” Review: Niyi Akinmolayan Submits A Notable Aesthetic Template

As a Nigerian filmmaker, Niyi Akinmolayan has seen it all. From the critically acclaimed Wedding Party 2 (2017) to the scorned Chief Daddy 2: Going For Broke (2023), his career has gone through different phases. But in the midst of different receptions to his projects, the filmmaker has stayed true to testing his ideas. Under […]

2 years ago

“Ijákumo: The Born Again Stripper” Raises Eyebrows In Storytelling

The Yoruba people have a saying: ijákumo kií rin’de òsán, eni a bíire kií rin’de òru which loosely translates as the wildcat doesn’t move about in the day; a well-bred person shouldn’t move at night. This philosophy, usually a form of chastisement targeted at young people, encourages them to be morally upright in order to […]

2 years ago

Soundtrack To Crime Drama “Hotel La Bamba” is Teased With New Song Titled “’Showa” by Mid3

Hotel La Bamba, directed by the acclaimed Biodun Stephen, is a gripping murder mystery movie set in a hotel bearing the same name. The plot teems with suspense and anticipation that glues you to the edge of your seat from start to finish. Produced by Lady Laide Films in collaboration with Shutterspeed Projects, the movie is […]

2 years ago

Satirical Comedy Series “Visa On Arrival” Returns For The Third Season

Accelerate TV has released the third season of web comedy series Visa on Arrival. Cast of the new season includes a reprisal of actors from the previous one, such as Taymesan, Datwarrigirl, Realwarripikin and Bovi. Written by Bovi Ugboma, produced by Ann Obaseki and directed by Edem Victor, Visa on Arrival follows the story of […]

2 years ago

Obasanjo’s Internet – Isabel Okoro

Did you know that there are approximately 4.66 billion active internet users worldwide? Can you imagine all the different ways in which we all use the internet? Obasanjo’s Internet is our interview series where we speak to some of our internet favourites on how they relate to the internet and what it means to them […]

Damilola Oyeleke

2 years ago

For Nigerian Filmmaker Niyi Akinmolayan, The Key To Navigating Nollywood Is To Keep Experimenting

Say what you will about Nigerian creatives, but one thing you cannot disparage them for is their willingness to put themselves out there, even in the face of scathing criticism, criminally unkind logistics, and huge financial risks. For an industry as multilayered as Nollywood, to be specific, filmmaking is akin to a game of Russian […]

Culture Custodian Editorial Team

2 years ago

“Battle on Buka Street” Review: Funke Akindele Delivers A Melodramatic Masterpiece

From its groundbreaking box office achievement as the all-time highest-grossing Nollywood film to bagging nominations at the AMVCA 2023, Battle On Buka Street has earned its fair share of recognition. However, with its recent debut on Prime Video, the satirical comedy drama has gained the attention of more fans who may have not seen it […]

2 years ago

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Here Is Everything We Know About “My Father’s Shadow”

Afolabi Olalekan’s “Freedom Way” Fails to Aspire Beyond Reiteration and Lamentation

Akay Mason’s “Red Circle” is a Thoughtful Drama that Doesn’t Add Up

Nollywood Romcoms Do Not Reflect Nigeria

What “Children of Blood and Bone” Reveals About Nollywood’s Deeper Struggles

Filmhouse Cinemas Hosts A “Barbie” Brunch To Remember

“The House of Secrets” Review: Niyi Akinmolayan Submits A Notable Aesthetic Template

“Ijákumo: The Born Again Stripper” Raises Eyebrows In Storytelling

Soundtrack To Crime Drama “Hotel La Bamba” is Teased With New Song Titled “’Showa” by Mid3

Satirical Comedy Series “Visa On Arrival” Returns For The Third Season

Obasanjo’s Internet – Isabel Okoro

For Nigerian Filmmaker Niyi Akinmolayan, The Key To Navigating Nollywood Is To Keep Experimenting

“Battle on Buka Street” Review: Funke Akindele Delivers A Melodramatic Masterpiece

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