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Features, reviews, and essays on film and TV shows from across the African continent

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

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6 months ago

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

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

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8 months ago

Nollywood Romcoms Do Not Reflect Nigeria

Jade Osiberu’s Romantic Comedy “Christmas In Lagos” Is Set To Light Up The Yuletide Season

Every year, during Christmas, Nollywood engages her audience with cinema projects to match the aura and celebration of the season. In the past, we have had both Christmas-themed productions such as Kunle Afolayan’s A Naija Christmas (2021) and Christmas In Miami (2021) non-Christmas-themed productions such as Funke Akindele’s Battle On Buka Street (2022) and A […]

Adedamola Adedayo

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1 year ago

Jade Osiberu’s Romantic Comedy “Christmas In Lagos” Is Set To Light Up The Yuletide Season

What Netflix’s Changing Compensation Models Might Mean for Nollywood

Before Netflix transformed Nollywood’s financial landscape in 2020, Nigerian filmmakers navigated a labyrinth of revenue streams that shaped the industry we know today. Understanding this history—and the revolutionary impact of streaming—becomes crucial as Netflix contemplates a shift in its compensation model. The story of how filmmakers generated revenue begins in the post-colonial era, decades before […]

Shalom Tewobola

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1 year ago

What Netflix’s Changing Compensation Models Might Mean for Nollywood

Interview: Mike Afolarin Shows No Signs of Slowing Down 

From behind-the-scenes dreamer to Nollywood breakout star, Mike Afolarin has emerged as one of the industry’s most compelling new talents. After capturing audiences in the critically acclaimed Far From Home (2022), he has continued to demonstrate his versatility in 2024 releases like House of Ga’a and, most recently, in his role in Freedom Way, which screened at […]

Shalom Tewobola

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1 year ago

Interview: Mike Afolarin Shows No Signs of Slowing Down 

The Film Village: A Tribute To Contemporary Nollywood 

The Nigerian film industry, popularly known as Nollywood, has witnessed consistent growth since its inception, including improvements in storytelling, cinematography, and overall production values. More than ever before, attention is paid to audio post-production and aesthetics, with specialists and professionals such as the art director and sound designer evolving with better, nuanced approaches to telling […]

Adedamola Adedayo

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1 year ago

The Film Village: A Tribute To Contemporary Nollywood 

“Miss PJ”: A Murder Mystery With An Inspiring Tweak

James Abinibi’s Miss PJ, a murder mystery film, tells the story of a corp member’s sojourn in a town where she becomes instrumental in unraveling the mysterious deaths of young ladies. Starring Bimbo Ademoye in the lead role of Corper Patience Jideofor, PJ for short, a lady of exemplary conduct, the film explores sensitive issues […]

Adedamola Adedayo

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1 year ago

“Miss PJ”: A Murder Mystery With An Inspiring Tweak

Josh Olaoluwa Is Seeking Global Relevance for Nollywood Films

For filmmaker Josh Olaoluwa, gaining acceptance into the esteemed Venice Film Lab was the realization of a long-held dream. Thrilled to have this opportunity come true, he is brimming with high expectations for the impact Nigerian creatives can make on the global stage—an ambition he is determined to fulfill through his own work. Olaoluwa’s passion […]

Shalom Tewobola

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1 year ago

Josh Olaoluwa Is Seeking Global Relevance for Nollywood Films
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