Movies
‘Dark October’: Reliving the gory tale of the Aluu 4 lynching
March 3, 2023
‘Dark October’: Reliving the gory tale of the Aluu 4 lynching
By Naomi Salami Movie Title: Dark October Release Date: 3, February, 2023 Runtime: 1hr, 49mins. Director: Toka McBaror Producer: Linda…
Film production in Nollywood drops in Q4 2022
February 21, 2023
Film production in Nollywood drops in Q4 2022
In a sign that the economic headwinds have hit Nigeria’s movie industry, data released by the film censor’s board shows…
Where is the romance in Netflix’s ‘Before Valentine’ movie?
February 11, 2023
Where is the romance in Netflix’s ‘Before Valentine’ movie?
By Naomi Salami Notably, the Nigerian Netflix film, Before Valentine, though rich in humour and wit, with plenty of drama,…
Shanty Town is the Nigerian movie we can’t get enough of!
February 3, 2023
Shanty Town is the Nigerian movie we can’t get enough of!
Sizzling hot, unconventional, captivating and out of the ordinary, are some of the words that could be used to describe…
Star-studded Shanty Town raises the ante in Nollywood
January 27, 2023
Star-studded Shanty Town raises the ante in Nollywood
By Naomi Salami The Netflix series has been a hot item on the internet and has been dubbed one of…
With its emotional pull, “The Wait” teaches many lessons
January 26, 2023
With its emotional pull, “The Wait” teaches many lessons
Today’s Fiyin Gambo and Yemi Morafa-directed screenplay, The Wait, is adapted from Yewande Zaccheaus’ religious book, Waiting Room. This is…
Big ups to Toluwani Obayan for getting “This lady called life” right
January 20, 2023
Big ups to Toluwani Obayan for getting “This lady called life” right
Today’s review dissects a Kayode Kasum-directed romance drama, which is nothing short of a diamond in the rough. This Lady…
Amina, Nollywood’s Fine Contribution to Period Drama Genre
January 11, 2023
Amina, Nollywood’s Fine Contribution to Period Drama Genre
An Izu Ojukwu-directed period piece that tells an epic tale about Amina, the fabled warrior-queen. Major hit or epic miss?…
A Naija Christmas Movie is a Fitting End to the Holidays
January 4, 2023
A Naija Christmas Movie is a Fitting End to the Holidays
In today’s Dramedy, Kunle Afolayan beautifully captures what is a near-flawless and authentic feel of all it entails to…
Far From Home Scores High on its Acting
January 2, 2023
Far From Home Scores High on its Acting
It’s been a wild ride last year in Nollywood so it is only fitting that viewers start the New…
Seven and a Half Dates Movie Review
December 23, 2022
Seven and a Half Dates Movie Review
Seven and a half dates directed by Biodun Stephens has an interesting premise. Will the screenplay live up to…
Gabriel Afolayan-directed U-Turn Movie is High on Screenplay but Low on Execution
December 15, 2022
Gabriel Afolayan-directed U-Turn Movie is High on Screenplay but Low on Execution
Gabriel Afolayan is already an established actor. U-Turn is his first attempt at the role of Director/Writer/Producer. If you’re…