Recent rumours of Netflix’s exit from Nigeria have been quashed by the streaming giant’s spokesperson, who stated plainly: “We are not exiting Nigeria. We will continue to invest in Nigerian stories to delight our members.” […]
Despite the prominence of Netflix, Prime Video, and Showmax, Nigerian filmmakers have lately set their sights on YouTube distribution. The list of Nollywood film TV channels on YouTube is endless: Omoni Oboli TV, Ruth Kadiri […]
My Sunshine, the first-ever Korean-Nigerian film, premiered on YouTube on October 4, 2024. Directed by Abdulrasheed “JJC Skillz” Bello (Omo Ghetto: The Saga) and starring Kemi “KemzMama” Ikuseedu, the film combines K-drama’s signature tropes, with […]
Daniel Oriahi‘s Get-Out-esque, Tribeca returnee, The Weekend, is the latest Neo-Nollywood horror submission. Written by Egbemawei Dimiyei Sammy, Vanessa Kanu, and Freddie O. Anyaegbunam Jr., The Weekend explores the vagaries of familial relationships. Family sticks […]
The growing dominance of female filmmakers in Nollywood shows a significant rise in women’s participation in the Nigerian film industry. Over the years, women have increasingly taken on roles as directors, screenwriters, and producers, driven […]
Sports-themed films are characterised by inspirational and compelling plots. In these films, the subjects of the plot depict the spirit of competition, teamwork, and will to overcome the obstacles on their journey of struggles, triumphs, […]
There is a cinematic spectrum of good movies and bad movies. But then there’s that fascinating middle ground – films so bizarre, nonsensical, or downright awful that they circle back to being strangely compelling. These […]
Every filmmaker wants their film to make some money. The revenue helps make the case for the next film, and the one after that. Beyond the individual filmmaker, box office performance also signals the health of the industry to stakeholders. Even when it isn’t your film—and regardless of how successful it is—reliable, trackable box office data informs decisions. It shapes confidence. In that sense, reliable data feels almost like magic.
It happens every time: a packed cinema, the usual quiet before the lights dim, the collective breath as the studio logo flickers on. A second scenario: at home, you gather your friends/family, turn off the […]
“The look of love” is a phrase common amongst romcom aficionados. Many outside the group are acquainting themselves with the phrase thanks to TikTok. Although TikTok has popularized it with its swoony edits of couples, […]
“O, mother, mother! What have you done?” – Richard III What came first: mothers or the varying archetypes of mothers in fiction? If fiction and reality symbiotically inform each other, then which ultimately creates the […]
This retrospective traces three defining phases in that evolution, from Araromire to My Father’s Shadow. While this piece focuses on the 21st-century trajectory, it’s important to acknowledge that today’s international recognition is rooted in the groundwork laid long before.
One of Them Days kicks off when down-on-their-luck best friends, Allysa (SZA) and Dreux (Keke Palmer), are given an ultimatum by their landlord, Uche, to either have their rent by the end of the day […]
The MultiChoice Talent Factory Academy (popularly called MTF by its participants) was created at a time in the African film industry when African veteran filmmakers needed to pass the baton of storytelling to a new […]
There is a general notion that Nigerians can’t handle anything other than comedy films. Filmmakers often decry exhibitors’ and producers’ penchant for comedy films, which has resulted in a scenario wherein Nollywood films seemingly struggle […]
The countdown for the 11th edition of the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA) is on. The awards ceremony, which will be held on May 10 and shown live on Africa Magic channels, hopes to […]
Dear reader, help us understand your Nollywood preferences by filling out our audience survey—your input is invaluable and deeply appreciated! Click this link. The Men’s Club, Flawsome, Unmarried, and Smart Money Woman have carved out a space […]
