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In “Fine Girl” An Unsettling Meetcute Takes A Strange Turn

From Lagos to Cairo, women of all ages and walks of life can relate to the inescapable experience of unwanted male attention. The image that usually comes to mind when we think of harassment is that of the unfamiliar, unpolished man on the street. But even charismatic men are equal transgressors. These men weaponize a […]

Culture Custodian Editorial Team

11 months ago

Unorthodox Nigerian Filmmakers Find A Haven in S16 Film Festival

The S16 festival is giving Nigerian arthouse filmmakers a platform to showcase their deeply reflective works that challenge the norm.

Shalom Tewobola

11 months ago

“When Love Strikes” Review— Inkblot’s Football-based Drama Feels Like A Sleepy Rethink

Sport-themed films appeal to people for their relatable issues. Often, they focus on the transition of an underdog from obscurity to prominence. The protagonist’s upward trajectory is incontestable regardless of how much antagonism crosses his path. As such, when the narrative peters out, this protagonist becomes a hero, honored and celebrated for the ability to […]

Adedamola Adedayo

11 months ago

How Gen Z’s Love for Korean Culture is Shaping a Multicultural Scene in Nigeria

While some credit Jumong with introducing them to the world of K-dramas and, by far extension, Korean culture, others point to the 2004 hit Jewel in the Palace, which captivated Sunday morning audiences on AIT. However, it is undeniable that Boys Over Flower took Nigeria by storm in 2009, becoming the biggest K-drama sensation to […]

Culture Custodian Editorial Team

11 months ago

“Suspicion” Review— An Ambitious, Chaotic Couple of The Supernatural and Action Thriller Genres With An Intriguing Twist

When films set out to defy storytelling convention, they run the risk of either being accepted or rejected. Only a few times is the attitude towards them of mixed feelings. An audience may not understand the grit and process that it takes to make a film but they will recognize a faulty Nollywood story just […]

Adedamola Adedayo

11 months ago

The Ghanaian Actor and Filmmaker Building A Legacy in African Film

Bonface Orucho, bird story agency NINE, a thriller feature film that portrays the complex interplay between power, ambition, and betrayal, set to premiere on November 29, is the latest film project that sees Chris Attoh feature as both director and actor. According to Attoh, NINE marks a bold new chapter in his career. Over the […]

Culture Custodian Editorial Team

11 months ago

Emily Nkanga Wants to Build A Selfless World With Her Camera

Emily Nkanga’s love for photography began in secondary school. It was more of a hobby and even nearly got her expelled—but that didn’t deter her. While studying at the American University of Nigeria, Emily honed her craft by photographing budding artists on campus, setting the foundation for what was to come. There’s a saying that […]

Shalom Tewobola

11 months ago

2024 S16 Film Festival: Nigeria’s Independent Film Celebration Returns to Lagos

The S16 Film Festival, an annual event dedicated to showcasing independent cinema in Nigeria, is set to return for its fourth edition from 10 to 13 December 2024 at Alliance Française, Ikoyi, Lagos. Known for spotlighting bold storytelling and diverse voices, this year’s festival offers an exciting showcase of homegrown talent alongside internationally acclaimed films, […]

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11 months ago

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In “Fine Girl” An Unsettling Meetcute Takes A Strange Turn

Unorthodox Nigerian Filmmakers Find A Haven in S16 Film Festival

“When Love Strikes” Review— Inkblot’s Football-based Drama Feels Like A Sleepy Rethink

How Gen Z’s Love for Korean Culture is Shaping a Multicultural Scene in Nigeria

“Suspicion” Review— An Ambitious, Chaotic Couple of The Supernatural and Action Thriller Genres With An Intriguing Twist

The Ghanaian Actor and Filmmaker Building A Legacy in African Film

Emily Nkanga Wants to Build A Selfless World With Her Camera

2024 S16 Film Festival: Nigeria’s Independent Film Celebration Returns to Lagos

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