Features and Essays

Cardinal Rex Lawson - Afrocritik
Cardinal Rex Lawson: The Philosophy and Timeless Artistry of His Music

Empathy is the mark of great artistes and Lawson’s artistry was not lacking in this.…

The Black Book_ Tech Investors - Afrocritik
Funding and Collaboration in Nollywood: What Could “The Black Book” Tech Investors Mean for Filmmakers in Nigeria?

With more resources at their disposal, Nigerian filmmakers can explore new narratives and uncharted areas…

Brooke Bruk-Jackson - Miss Universe Zimbabwe beauty pageant 2023 - Afrocritik
Understanding the Uproar About a White Miss Universe Zimbabwe: Could This Spark Fresh Dialogues on Inclusion and Diversity?

One lens through which Bruk-Jackson’s victory is viewed is as a representation of privilege and…

Seven Ancient Civilisations to Emerge from Africa - Afrocritik
Seven Ancient African Civilisations You Should Know About

In this fleeting voyage through time, we unravel the mysteries of some of these sophisticated…

Skin Bleaching and Colourism in Africa - Afrocritik
Is There a Parallel Between the Skin Bleaching Epidemic and Colourism That is Being Overlooked in Africa?

But one cannot address skin bleaching in Nigeria, and largely Africa, without mentioning the deep-seated…

Film Locations Are a Tool for Storytelling in Nollywood, Beyond The Visual Aesthetics - Afrocritik
Beyond the Visual Aesthetics, Film Locations Are a Tool for Storytelling in Nollywood

The intertwining of locations with storytelling in Nollywood is a fascinating process that offers much…

Afrocritik's tribute to Pat Nebo, veteran Production Designer
Pat Nebo, Nollywood’s Veteran Production Designer, Documented Nigeria’s History Through Filmmaking

Filmmaking is about creating an illusion and Nebo perfected the art of this illusion-making, ensuring…

Nhachi Nwanyị Custom in Igboland - Afrocritik
Nhachi Nwanyị Custom in Igboland: A Relevant Practice or a Stronghold for Patriarchy?

The question that often opens up during these conversations is whether or not these women…

Classics Nigerian Music from the 60s to 2000s Afrocritik
An Ode to Classics: Unearthing the Treasures of Old Nigerian Music

In this ode to classics, we unearth and celebrate the enduring beauty of old Nigerian…

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Revisiting Nollywood’s Original Music Score Era: What Soundtracks Reveal About the Progress of Nigeria’s Film Industry

Perhaps in a bid to compensate for the low-quality production, the soundtracks of the 90s…