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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

4 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

7 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

10 months ago

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Nollywood’s Box Office Champions in 2024

In a groundbreaking year for Nigerian cinema, FilmOne Entertainment’s data reveals the directors who have pushed creative boundaries and achieved remarkable commercial success. With a criteria of films released that grossed over 20 million naira by December 31st, 2025, these filmmakers have demonstrated that ambitious storytelling and box office success can go hand in hand. […]

Shalom Tewobola

10 months ago

African Mythology-Based Film “Water Girl” Makes Official Selection For MVAAFF 2025

Water Girl, a supernatural horror film based on the Ọgbanje mythology, has made the official selection at the Academy Awards Qualifying 23rd Martha’s Vineyard African American Film Festival (MVAAFF 2025). The film is written, co-produced and directed by Nnamdi Kanaga who took to social media to announce the development. Water Girl follows the story of […]

Adedamola Adedayo

10 months ago

FESPACO Unveils 2025 Official Selection

The 29th edition of the Pan-African Film and Television Festival of Ouagadougou (FESPACO) has unveiled her official selection ahead of the event that is scheduled for 22nd February – 1st March in Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso. The selection captures a total 235 films shortlisted from 1,351 submissions, all of which represent 48 countries and reflect the […]

Adedamola Adedayo

10 months ago

African Films Feature At the 2025 Sundance Film Festival

A slate of African films are set to feature at the 2025 Sundance Film Festival scheduled to run from 23rd January – 2nd February, marking a significant milestone for the continent. With this development, the global film festival will spotlight and celebrate African storytelling and cinema in a manner that is unfathomable. Leading the continent’s […]

Adedamola Adedayo

10 months ago

Lagos’ Most Glamorous Reality Show Returns with Star-Studded Cast

The glitz and drama of Lagos’ high society are back as Real Housewives of Lagos launches its explosive third season. The highly anticipated premiere, which aired January 12 on Africa Magic Showcase, marks a bold new chapter in Nigeria’s most talked-about reality series. Fresh faces join the ensemble this season, with powerhouses Sophia Momodu, Dabota […]

Shalom Tewobola

10 months ago

Femi Adebayo Joins Project PWE Event In Celebration of Recycling Culture

Nollywood actor and filmmaker Femi Adebayo was on site at the Project Plastic Waste Exchange (PWE) event, in collaboration with 1win and Recycledge. The event is an initiative that encourages recycling by rewarding recyclers with gifts for returning used plastic bottles. It was held on Saturday 11th January, 2025 at Watershed Celebration Center, Greenspring, Aromolaran, […]

Adedamola Adedayo

10 months ago

Omoni Oboli Pulls Down Film On YouTube Channel Over Copyright Infringement Concerns

Veteran actress and filmmaker Omoni Oboli has taken down a film she initially uploaded on her YouTube channel Omoni Oboli TV after discovering the story was similar to that of another YouTube-based production. It is alleged that the said script has been sold to more than one filmmaker by the same scriptwriter, under the guise […]

Adedamola Adedayo

10 months ago

“Lísàbí: A Legend Is Born” Feels Like A Dawdling Effort

Stories that are based on cultural history will always find an audience. For sheer nostalgia or a sense of belonging, the modern world craves a place in the past; and that’s always achievable through ties with historical film productions. Both parts of Lísàbí pay their dues to the historical figure, a leader that is crucial […]

Adedamola Adedayo

10 months 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

Nollywood’s Box Office Champions in 2024

African Mythology-Based Film “Water Girl” Makes Official Selection For MVAAFF 2025

FESPACO Unveils 2025 Official Selection

African Films Feature At the 2025 Sundance Film Festival

Lagos’ Most Glamorous Reality Show Returns with Star-Studded Cast

Femi Adebayo Joins Project PWE Event In Celebration of Recycling Culture

Omoni Oboli Pulls Down Film On YouTube Channel Over Copyright Infringement Concerns

“Lísàbí: A Legend Is Born” Feels Like A Dawdling Effort

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