Shanty Town: Chidi Mokeme’s Electrifying Performance Shines in Bland
Maya Angelou once said, “The desire to reach for the stars is ambitious. The desire to reach hearts is wise”. This quote is one that perfectly describes Netflix’s latest offering to Nollywood, a crime thriller that flew too close to the sun. Nollywood in recent years has embraced the spirit of ambition, one that has...
Becoming abi reviews: Simple, Funny, and Authentic
Following her short film, Things That Broke Us, Bolu Essien makes her debut as a director with a 6-episode workplace dramedy, Becoming Abi on Netflix. Bolu takes on the lead role as Abi while wearing multiple hats as creator, writer, producer, and co-director. Inspired and loosely based on Bolu’s experience as a...
Chuks Enete on his Debut Movie, ‘Inside Life’
Cook your mind! – Chuks Enete Chuks Enete recently battled one of his greatest life challenges, bringing his debut movie, Inside Life to cinemas. The journey six years in the making was birthed by the shared trauma of injustice among its creators is one that was almost scrapped several times, due to numerous production...
Inside the Star-Studded Prime Video Brand Event in Nigeria
Following the launch of Prime Video in one of Africa’s biggest markets: Nigeria, the streaming service has been working overtime to incorporate itself into the country’s culture. The latest move from Prime Video was the star-studded #PrimeVideoExperience which took place at Eko Hotels on Sunday, 14th of August, 2022. Hosted by...
You Season 4 Part 2: Powerful Twist Helps Elevate to Scary New Heights
Following an underwhelming first part, You Season 4 returns for its second part. In my review of the first part, I claimed it was void of charm. Thankfully, the second part introduces a refreshing new outlook on the world of You. After the shocking ending of the first part, where it was revealed...
Meet the cast of MTV Shuga Naija Season 5!
Since hearing that MTV Shuga will be returning for a new season, we’ve been wondering who would be joining the new cast. This season, MTV Shuga is all about empowering female creatives, with an 80% female cast in front of the camera. It is produced by 1Pod Pictures, a Nigerian company that is run by women and …...
‘Wednesday’ Review: A Faithful Adaptation that Embraces the Macabre
The Addams Family has grown to become a well-known name in the world of the macabre, and the infamous theme song with only four notes and two finger snaps has been etched into the minds of fans worldwide. Fans who wasted no time in devouring the latest installment in The Addams Family’s fast-growing...
First Teaser and Photo of Nigerian Netflix’s Young Adult Series “Far From Home”
Netflix has announced the launch date of its first Nigerian young adult show titled “Far From Home”. Produced in partnership with Inkblot Productions, the five-part series concluded principal photography earlier this year and is primed for a December 16, 2022, global release. “Far From Home” follows the story of Ishaya (Mike...
Here’s the First Trailer for “Palava” Starring RMD
Inkblot Productions, has released the first trailer for “Palava” which was announced months ago. The movie follows the resurgence of high-life musician Osa Wonda, played by Richard Mofe-Damijo (RMD). His family and life are turned upside down by a scandal on the eve of his 60th birthday. As part of the cast, Bisola Aiyeola, Iyabo...
Kunle Afolayan’s ‘Anikulapo’ Set for a September 30 Theatrical and Netflix Debut
Kunle Afolayan has confirmed the simultaneous cinema and streaming release of his latest Netflix collaboration Anikulapo which will be distributed by Genesis. Starring Kunle Remi in the titular role, Anikulapo loosely follows the story of a young man’s quest for greener pastures in the ancient Oyo kingdom. Remi is...