Prime Video will launch Nigerian movie Water and Garri, starring international singer Tiwa Savage, exclusively in more than 240 countries and territories worldwide in 2024. The drama tells the story of Aisha (Savage), an ambitious fashion designer, as she returns to her native home after 10 years away in the U.S., following a family bereavement. At home, things have changed—violence has escalated and tensions have been high. As she reconnects with family, old friends, and her past love, she must learn to live with her scars and confront the guilt she left behind. Filmed in the city of Cape Coast,…
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We are not robots, we are also humans. Thank you for 2023! 2022 Year-In-Review: Getting to Know What Kept Me Up Team Members 1. What we did for the first time in 2023 Provided media coverage for a film event. Supported multiple festivals in one year as a media partner: TAFM, and ESIFF. Attended a major Netflix event. Attended several film premieres. Received and unboxed packages from TNC Africa, Netflix, Prime Video and Biodun Stephen. Started #WKMUpShorts on Twitter to spotlight a short film weekly. All thanks to a contributor. 2. Our future plans Hire an assistant editor Do more…
The new Showmax is launching in February 2024 with a brand-new look, a new app, and an entirely new product suite. This comes after the announcement of the partnership between MultiChoice and international media heavyweight Comcast’s NBCUniversal and Sky last year. In February, the streamer will be releasing a record 21 Showmax Originals from four African countries – that include five Originals from Nigeria, a revamped international content slate, and the continent’s first standalone Premier League mobile streaming plan. More than 1,300 hours of new Showmax Originals will be released in 2024 across Africa so viewers will be able to watch…
We have broken down all of the individual votes that were counted as part of the 2023 What Kept Me Up Critics Poll. You can find the full list of this year’s results here. The rules once again: – Films released to the general audience for the first time between December 1, 2022 – November 30, 2023. – The critics could select up to 3 names in the directors and performances category, which were counted as individual votes at the end.- Every critic could select their top 5 films (as listed under their names below). They were awarded points as…
In a remarkable achievement, the inspirational film Breath of Life has captured the hearts of audiences worldwide, claiming the top spot on Prime Video’s charts across 11 countries since its historic release on December 15 as the streamer’s first commissioned film from this region. This milestone is a testament to the film’s powerful message, stellar performances, and its ability to resonate with viewers across diverse backgrounds. According to flixpatrol.com, the movie is currently Top 10 in 11 countries namely – Armenia, Benin, Cameroun, Ghana, Malawi, Nigeria, Qatar, Rwanda, Togo, Uganda, and Zambia, and number 1 in Nigeria and Ghana. Breath…
This year, every critic could select their top 5 films from a list of 58 released films across cinemas and streaming services (Netflix and Prime Video most notably). And they were awarded points as shown below: 1st place: 102nd place: 53rd place: 34th place: 25th place: 1 With 10 more participating critics than in 2022, they possess their tone and distinct approach to film criticism.The results differ from What Kept Me Up’s list which we publish annually in the first week of December. The participating critics are from publications like Afrocritik, Nollywood Reinvented, The Culture Custodian, Pulse Nigeria, and Open…
All confirmed to be available in Nigeria in January 2024, you will find the titles in four categories, further listed in order of their release dates:– Nollywood Movies (and some African countries)– Nollywood TV shows (and some African countries)– International Movies– International TV shows The page will be updated if there are any announced changes. Track your favourite movies and TV shows directly on your phone calendar. Movies and TV Shows Available in Nigeria in December 2023 Movies and TV Shows Available in Nigeria in February 2024 Nollywood Films Available to Watch in January 2024 January 5 A Weekend To Forget…
In an evening filled with glamour, anticipation and cinematic brilliance, the First Features project, a collaboration between Native Filmworks and Michelangelo Productions, hosted the private screening of Love and Life. The exclusive event, held at the Ebonylife Place in Lagos, witnessed some of Nollywood’s biggest names and unveiled a drama that explores the depths of relationships and the resilience of the human spirit. The film, due for a Prime Video release on December 29, 2023, captivated the audience with its raw portrayal of life’s complexities. Rita Dominic, who plays the film’s lead character, Abike, shared, “Playing Abike was a profound…
The Edo State International Film Festival (ESIFF) recently concluded its 2023 edition. Spanning three days from November 30th to December 2nd, the festival emerged as a vibrant destination for both local and international filmmakers, setting the stage for a compelling exploration of the diverse narratives within the world of cinema through artistry and dialogue, Submission Numbers ESIFF’s 2023 edition witnessed a surge in participation, with a staggering 3,217 film submissions. Among these, 486 films were selected, including 446 shorts and 40 feature-length films, reflecting the festival’s commitment to showcasing a rich tapestry of storytelling. Opening Film The festival kicked off…
Starting from December 1, the first of several episodes of Season 2 of the hit Showmax series will be available on Hayu (see list of countries below); the remaining four episodes of the season will drop on Hayu weekly thereafter (following their Showmax debut each Friday.) Showmax Announces Relaunch Date, Unveils New Branding After Comcast’s NBCUniversal and Sky Partnership Produced by Livespot 360, this season sees fashion entrepreneur Tania Omotayo and former model Faith Morey join the original cast, which includes popular Nollywood actress Iyabo Ojo plus celebrity designer and stylist Toyin Lawani Adebayo. Rounding off the list of accomplished…