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‘Momiwa’ Review: Biodun Stephen’s Family Drama Sprawled in Classic Nollywood Tropes

Biodun Stephen makes another intriguing directorial statement with her latest release, Momiwa. The director has developed a filmography known for portraying the ties of family and relationships. Her strength as a filmmaker in Momiwa shines […]

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‘Kill Boro’ Review: Courage Obayuwana’s Ambitious Debut Lends Fresh Insight into Trauma, Violence and Redemption

There’s a certain artistry to Kill Boro that elevates it above the usual Nollywood treatment of abusive spouses. Written by Priye Diri and directed by Courage Obayuwana, Kill Boro tells the story of Boro (Philip […]

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‘Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti’ Review: A Much-Needed New Narrative for a Noble Heroine is Established on Shaky Filmmaking

Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti is a name that resonates with every Nigerian who has had the opportunity to receive primary education: “the first woman to drive a car in Nigeria”. While this might have been a mean […]

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‘UNO: The F in Family’ Review: Nkem Owoh and Jennifer Eliogu Carry Everyone’s Weight in a Dysfunctional Family Affair

Ebuka Njoku came onto the scene with his feature debut, Yahoo+, a social commentary film on the internet fraud ritualist phenomenon. It’s a film with an intriguing subject matter that faltered with execution. His latest […]

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Short Film Review: Michael Owoyemi’s ‘2 Greater Than 1’ Extracts As Much Value From Its Sparse Resources

2>1 is a short film about infidelity and the extreme measures marital spouses can take to exact revenge. Adapted by Simi Hassan from Stefan Adamsson’s “The Offer”, and directed by Michael Owoyemi, the film leans […]

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