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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

The Legacy of Amaechi Muonagor

A good student of the Nigerian film industry would recognize Amaechi Muonagor as an Old Nollywood star and veteran known for his charismatic personality in filmic roles ranging from  father to  community elder/king, a spiritually fortified being and a comic. Though not known to take the spotlight as the main character in films, he bodied […]

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2 years ago

The Legacy of Amaechi Muonagor

Tiwa Savage’s “Water and Garri” To Debut Exclusively On Prime Video

Sensational Nigerian songstress Tiwa Savage makes her acting debut in the film, Water and Garri, which is set for exclusive release on Prime Video on May 10, 2024. The film is from the stable of Tiwa Savage’s production company Everything Savage, and Unbound Studios, and it is directed by Meji Alabi. Meji Alabi is a […]

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2 years ago

Tiwa Savage’s “Water and Garri” To Debut Exclusively On Prime Video

6 Memorable Roles Sola Sobowale Has Played Over the Years

Sola Sobowale has been an iconic figure in Nollywood for decades. She made her mark in one of the country’s pioneer TV dramas, The Village Headmaster (1968), produced by Dejumo Lewis. However, when she acted as the side chick of a disloyal man in the legendary Super Story series, Oh Father Oh Daughter, it made […]

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2 years ago

6 Memorable Roles Sola Sobowale Has Played Over the Years

Obasanjo’s Internet – Dada Temitope

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 favorites on how they relate to the Internet and what it means to them […]

Damilola Oyeleke

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2 years ago

Obasanjo’s Internet – Dada Temitope

Rixel Studios Unveils Bukky Wright, Ruggedman, Others As Cast For Nollywood Action Thriller “Red Circle”

Nora Awolowo’s Rixel Studios reveals cast for anticipated Nollywood blockbuster titled Red Circle. This is achieved through a catchy video clip that captures industry veterans and fast-rising actors involved in the project. While plot details remain largely unknown, the feature-length film recalls seasoned actress Bukky Wright from her decade-long hiatus and features Nigerian Hip-hop legend […]

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2 years ago

Rixel Studios Unveils Bukky Wright, Ruggedman, Others As Cast For Nollywood Action Thriller “Red Circle”

My Life In Nollywood: Kenneth Gyang

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 episode features Jos-born filmmaker, Kenneth Gyang. An alumnus of the National Film Institute in Jos, Gyang began his career producing short films, with […]

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2 years ago

My Life In Nollywood: Kenneth Gyang

Obasanjo’s Internet – Oluchi Harrison

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 favorites on how they relate to the Internet and what it means to them […]

Damilola Oyeleke

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2 years ago

Obasanjo’s Internet – Oluchi Harrison

A Nostalgic Trip through Old Nollywood and Its Legendary Female Pioneers

The “Old Nollywood” era refers to a period in the Nigerian film industry between the late 90s and early 2000s. This formative period was characterized by low-budget productions, exaggerated makeup and fashion, comedic storytelling, and the rise of the iconic “Nolly Baddie” villain archetype. Despite humble beginnings and technical limitations, Nollywood’s classics from this era […]

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2 years ago

A Nostalgic Trip through Old Nollywood and Its Legendary Female Pioneers
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