The problem with U-Turn is not that it’s thoroughly predictable; it’s that its predictable plot points are tedious and unexciting. Plus, the film is not half as amusing...
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Afolayan-led KAP Motion Pictures will produce Ijogbon in partnership with Netflix. By Helena Olori Nigerian filmmaker, Kunle Afolayan, has announced a new movie titled...
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“Flawsome” Review: Once Again, Nollywood Women aren’t Independent of Masculine Convention
For the women in Flawsome, and those in patriarchy-controlled societies, independence from masculine and societal pressure is a facade… By Seyi Lasisi Finally, Flawsome...
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“Battle on Buka Street” Review: Nollywood Returns Home in Funke Akindele’s Polygamy Comedy
With its hilarious dialogue, over-the-top events, and the appropriately melodramatic acting, it’s amazing how Battle on Buka Street manages to squeeze in so many...
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Adebayo Tijani’s “Ijakumo: the Born Again Stripper” is Only Half as Good as it Promised To Be
Ijakumo does beautifully but unfortunately doesn’t surpass the average rating. The movie lacks depth and fails to pay attention to details; it is therefore likely to...
By Vivian Nneka Nwajiaku, Blessing Chinwendu Nwankwo, Sybil Fekurumoh, and Ijeoma Ntada Thanks to the growing hunger for African content and the search for new markets...
By Blessing Chinwendu Nwankwo What is the holiday season without movies? Although Nollywood did not start the year with the best productions, it is undeniable that they...
Criticisms against Nollywood have often zeroed in on the quality of its storytelling — its attention to detail and overall coherence and smarts. Blood Sisters is...
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“Blood Sisters” Review: Netflix’s First Nigerian Original Series is EbonyLife’s Dramatic Comeback
…even if most of the details of the plot will be easily forgotten, Blood Sisters will be remembered for standing out in a sea of unimpressive Netflix-Nollywood...
Interestingly, Fifty, directed by Nigerian novelist and film director, Biyi Bandele, became one of the first films to be streamed on the platform… By Vivian Nneka...
