Film and TV

East African movies
Top 25 Iconic and Must-Watch East African Movies

From the crystal-clear lagoons of Mauritius, to the lush valleys of Ethiopia, and over to…

Farmer's Bride
Technical Excellence Saves “Farmer’s Bride” From an Uneven Script

There are tepid points, dialogues, and scenes in Farmer’s Bride that hinders a completely stable…

Lisabi: The Uprising
“Lisabi: The Uprising” Review: Niyi Akinmolayan’s Dramatised Biopic Is a Deeply Contained Story

Unbelievable VFX and minor storytelling flaws aside, Niyi Akinmolayan’s Lisabi: The Uprising is an immersive…

Tejiri
“Tejiri” Is a Timely Commentary on Justice and Governance in Africa

As a powerful commentary on the state of justice and governance in Africa, Tejiri challenges…

Ibadan International Film Festival
Highlights From the Third Edition of the Ibadan International Film Festival

“In the next five years, we see the Ibadan International Film Festival as a must-attend…

International Documentary Film Festival Amsterdam (IDFA)
IDFA 2024: Spotlight on Selected African Documentaries

The IDFA, which will take place in Amsterdam from November 14–24, 2024, has seven African…

Nigeria Cinema Day
Nigeria Cinema Day and the Marketing Hurdles Holding Back Nollywood

Beyond the fanfare, Nigeria Cinema Day revealed an untapped potential for cinema culture in Nigeria.…

Still from The Legend of the Vagabond Queen of Lagos
“The Legend of the Vagabond Queen of Lagos” Review: The Agbajowo Collective’s Film Is a Bold Statement on Resistance

Although The Legend of the Vagabond Queen of Lagos aims to raise global awareness about…

Tokunbo
“Tòkunbọ̀” Review: Ramsey Nouah’s Film Exposes Nollywood’s Storytelling Flaws

By relying on poorly developed plots and characters, overused themes, and borrowed aesthetics, Tòkunbọ̀ perpetuates…

Family Vacation
“Family Vacation” Review: Voline Ogutu’s Feature Film Unpacks the Facade of Social Media Perfection

Family Vacation is a visually appealing film that offers a nuanced commentary on the impact…