However, there are films that lurk in the shadows, with no one discovering them. Like slow-bloomers, they might be slow but they definitely will hit you hard when you see them. These movies are not in the face of the mainstream, hence they are not rated as much. Here, I’d …
Read More »Man/woman of war? Then you must survive sing these horror films
So, if you think you’re strong and have seen it all, here is a list of horror films you should see before concluding that you are a man/woman of war! If you’re scared of clowns, you shouldn’t watch this one. It is a 2017 horror film adapted for screen from …
Read More »5 iconic Olu Jacobs films as actor turns 80
To celebrate the Nollywood pioneer’s 80th birthday, here are five films that shone bright his iconic talent. Familiar with this viral clip? It’s of Olu Jacobs in John Irvin’s 1980 film ‘The Dogs of War’ based on Frederick Forsyth’s novel of the same title. In the war themed drama, Jacobs …
Read More »5 Nollywood films that gave us sleepless nights as kids
If you had experiences similar to the one depicted above, chances are that you’ve risen above all that and grown a thicker skin. But it’s never a bad idea to go down memory lane, yes? Here are 5 Nollywood films that probably gave you sleepless nights as a child. A …
Read More »Books vs films: What you should know when seeing adaptation
This need for a film to remain intact or to satisfy accuracy emanates from the sentiments the book lovers had attached to the book. What they fail to understand is that a film can never be a book, and a book can never take the place of a film, and …
Read More »Sozo films debuts official trailer for thriller ‘Choke’
The screenplay by Uche Ateli follows a sickle cell warrior on a revenge mission after his only chance at love is truncated by a priest. In the lead role as Kosisochukwu Okoye is fast rising Nollywood act Chimezie Imo. The actor is joined by a stellar cast including veteran stars …
Read More »Dear Nollywood filmmakers: Comedies can be good films too
Well, the narrative may be changing with the inclusion of films like Ile Owo (I haven’t seen it but, I heard it’s a horror flick) Ratnik, For Maria:Ebun Pataki, Juju Stories etc., in Nigerian cinemas. However, if you must make comedies, they can be good, with taste and an aftertaste …
Read More »Nollywood films you should see before the year runs out
The film, directed by Biodun Stephen, though released in 2021, Breaded Life sits comfortably amongst the league of films that have trended this year. Having enjoyed a second release on the sugar daddy of streaming services; Netflix, the dramedy has been talked about by a lot of Nollywood audiences. The …
Read More »Mount Zion films confirms Pastor Adeboye biopic titled ‘Enoch’
“Something massive is coming your way. Anticipate. “ENOCH”. The BioEpic of Daddy E.A ADEBOYE. A full length Movie…After – “THE TRAIN”. Another one is “ENOCH”,” a Facebook post announced. So far, very little is known per a production timeline for ‘Enoch’. The announcement, however, hints that it will center on …
Read More »5 films you should have seen as a die-hard Nollywood fan
1. The Wedding party 1 & 2 Directed by Kemi Adetiba and Niyi Akinmolayan, The Wedding Party (1&2) is a 2016/2017 comedy. Shortly after its release, the film and its sequel easily wormed their way into the hearts of Nigerians and went on to claim their place as the highest-grossing …
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