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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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“Lisabi: The Uprising” Walks The Fine Line Between History And Storytelling

Based on events of the 18th century in Yoruba society, Lisabi: The Uprising explores the rise of a farmer-turned-warrior and native of Egba land, Lisabi Agbongbo-Akala who unites his people for a bloody rebellion against the oppression of the Oyo Empire and her overzealous tribute collectors, the Ilari. Produced by Oyebade Adebimpe Adedimeji and Victoria […]

Adedamola Adedayo

1 year ago

5 Cinematographers In Modern Nigerian Cinema

Nollywood seems to be experiencing an improvement in the visual and aesthetic quality of her productions, thanks to cinematographers and personnel of the art department. These cinematographers wield diverse hands-on techniques and strategies to manipulate the camera and produce work of commendable picture quality that has gained acceptance beyond the shores of Nigeria. Here are […]

Adedamola Adedayo

1 year ago

Martell Celebrates Greatness and Audacity in New Campaign Featuring Afrobeats Powerhouse Davido

If you think back on the moments that have changed the world, one thing becomes clear: the people who made a difference didn’t follow the rules—they wrote their own. From the pulsating rhythm of Fela Kuti’s Afrobeat to Davido’s global rise with Afrobeats, some of the most iconic movements in history were born from audacity, […]

Adedamola Adedayo

1 year ago

My Life In Nollywood: Heavens Obule

Every week, The Culture Custodian grants you an all-access backstage pass into the lives of Nollywood rock stars. You get to learn about their fascinating backgrounds, the behind-the-scenes stories, and more. This week’s edition features fast-rising independent filmmaker, Heavens Obule, who identifies as an actor, producer, and casting director. Between 2013 and 2017, he studied […]

Adedamola Adedayo

1 year ago

My Life In Nollywood: Paul Joshua Uma (Paul Word)

Every week, The Culture Custodian grants you an all-access backstage pass into the lives of Nollywood rockstars. You get to learn about their fascinating backgrounds, the behind-the-scenes stories, and more. This episode features fast-rising actor, Paul Joshua Uma. For eight years, Paul Joshua Uma (Paul Word) has been chasing his creative passions as a spoken […]

Adedamola Adedayo

1 year ago

My Life In Nollywood: Okechukwu Nwankwo

Every week, The Culture Custodian grants you an all-access backstage pass into the lives of Nollywood rockstars. You get to learn about their fascinating backgrounds, the behind-the-scenes stories, and more. This episode features production designer and art director, Okechukwu Nwankwo (Captain Frost). A sociable and charismatic person, Nwankwo easily made friends in new environments and […]

1 year ago

“All of Us” Fails With Inconsistent Acts But Signifies a New Era in Nigerian Filmmaking

A Range Rover glides to a stop in an elite high school. Inside, Iyabo Ojo talks to her twins, Isaac and Ivy (played by Enioluwa Adeoluwa and Priscilla Ojo), who radiate both excitement and nervousness. Beyond the tinted windows, students mill about the grounds as they reunite on the first day of the new school […]

1 year ago

My Life In Nollywood: Feyisayo Oyebisi

Every week, The Culture Custodian grants you an all-access backstage pass into the lives of Nollywood rockstars. You get to learn about their fascinating backgrounds, the behind-the-scenes stories, and more. This episode features make-up and special effects artist, Feyisayo Oyebisi (Feyzo). For over fifteen years, Feyisayo Oyebisi has been in the makeup business. From her […]

1 year ago

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Film And Tv

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

“Lisabi: The Uprising” Walks The Fine Line Between History And Storytelling

5 Cinematographers In Modern Nigerian Cinema

Martell Celebrates Greatness and Audacity in New Campaign Featuring Afrobeats Powerhouse Davido

My Life In Nollywood: Heavens Obule

My Life In Nollywood: Paul Joshua Uma (Paul Word)

My Life In Nollywood: Okechukwu Nwankwo

“All of Us” Fails With Inconsistent Acts But Signifies a New Era in Nigerian Filmmaking

My Life In Nollywood: Feyisayo Oyebisi

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