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“The Black Book” Review: The Editi Effiong-Directed Film Is a Reflection of Nigeria’s Socio-Political Realities

The Black Book is a thought-provoking film that beckons reflection on the social and political…

Son of the Soil
AFRIFF 2025: “Son of the Soil” Stages a Generic and Unconvincing Revenge Tale on the Streets of Lagos

Nollywood has gone way past decent action scenes. Plot and character development are major areas…

Sinners
The Success of “Sinners” at the Nigerian Box Office: Five Lessons for Nollywood

The success of Sinners can serve as an opportunity to think and take lessons from…

Children of Blood and Bone
Richard Mofe-Damijo, Ayra Starr, Pamilerin Ayodeji, and Shamz Garuba Join “Children of Blood and Bone” Adaptation

Ayodeji, who starred in Akinola Davies Jr.’s Sundance-winning short, Lizard (2020), and Jade Osiberu’s Prime…

In Conversation: How ‘Najite Dede Takes on the Screen and Theatre as a Multifaceted Filmmaker

“I have respect for acting, irrespective of the style, medium or platform. I prefer theatre…

Can AI Be Better Journalists Than Humans in the Future?

AI’s role in journalism has split the world in two, with one side, speculating that…

Being a Creative Amidst Nigeria’s Economic Turbulence: How Nollywood Filmmakers are Cutting Costs

… It is pertinent to hold on to the fact that the ever-resilient Nollywood spirit…

AMVCA - 2024
AMVCA10: 11 Select Reviews of Nominated Films

These films reflect the diverse nature of storytelling that defines African cinema. By Joseph Jonathan …

Africa’s Iconic Pop Culture Moments of 2023 (1)
Africa’s Iconic Pop Culture Moments of 2023

As the year comes to an end, and in eagerness for what is to come…

Afrocritik's 10 Breakthrough African Films of 2023
10 Breakthrough African Films of 2023

In this list, we look at ten trailblazing African films that debuted on streaming services…