In crime thrillers, an occurrence that consistently intrigues me is when the protagonist, presented with an opportunity for revenge, delays the kill for a triumphant speech. Unfortunately, this often grants the enemy an additional chance […]
Nollywood Film Club is a diverse haven for criticism, ideas, and global discourse of Nigerian films. Hosted by Iroko Critic on Twitter (now known as X), the weekly Twitter Space conversation unfolds every Sunday at […]
Malaika, directed by Steve Sodiya, blends traditional Yoruba theatre and New Nollywood to deliver an average movie with social commentary. The movie revolves around Tutu (Toyin Abraham Ajeyemi), a successful yet hot-headed woman grappling with […]
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 […]
If a film is tagged “one of the greatest of all time,” chances are it’s done either of these very well: defined a particular genre or defied genre* altogether. A genre-defining film is so excellent […]
Wedding films are a big part of Nollywood. They are so popular that the subgenre’s tropes have become familiar. But they offer simple narratives that can be entertaining because of how accessible the wedding culture […]
Funke Akindele’s star-studded Christmas submission, A Tribe Called Judah, is a good film. That is one part of criticism simplified: To arrive at the point as early and quickly as possible. The film hits all […]
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 […]
In Kayode Kasum’s second offering of the year, Afamefuna, we are presented with a cinematic experience that not only deserves acclaim but could even invoke the divine approval of a Biblical fire. Firmly rooted in […]
Ololade opens with a morbid premise. It is a scene that’d set a tone for any viewer. Two figures shrouded in darkness and accompanied by an eerie soundtrack are digging a shallow grave. They pick […]