Film and TV

“Grown” Review: Ola Jegede and Empress Allen’s Young-Adult Drama is Bereft of Introspective Moments

Despite the inventive storytelling in Grown, there are noticeable unharmonious scenes layered upon each other.…

Claire Diao - Afrocritik
In Conversation: “I Want People to Know that Africa Has Real Filmmaking Talents”, Claire Diao, Film Critic and Founder of Sudu Connexion

“I find myself believing it’s really important for me to push for films by African…

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Is This the Age of Nollywood at Domestic Box Office?

Despite the success of films like A Tribe Called Judah, Battle on Buka Street and…

“Inkabi” Review: Michelle Tiren’s Performance is the Only Spark in Norman Maake’s Crime Thriller

Inkabi is a less-than-stellar film only made bearable by the talent of its lead actress.…

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In Conversation: Nollywood Film Editor, Martini Akande, Dissects the Anatomy of Editing a Memorable Scene

“As editors, when editing a film, the actor’s performance is our biggest asset.”  _ Martini…

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“Japa!” Review: Isioma Osaje’s Speculative Debut Feature is Convoluted Beyond Genre Expectations

(Japa! is) a welcome attempt at genre experiments, it however fails to deliver a salutary answer…

Nollywood and the Evolution of the Sacred Feminine - Mami Wata - Afrocritik
Nollywood and the Evolution of the Sacred Feminine

There is a sense, thus, in which God may be perceived as the ultimate metaphysical…

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Moussa Sène Absa’s “Xalé” Set to Tour Nairobi in March

Xalé is showing at Unseen Cinema on March 1-5, 8-12, 15-19, 22-26, and 29-31. By…

“Blood & Water” Season 4: The Downfall of Africa’s Most Promising Netflix Series

Blood & Water has been a visual feast, and for the first three seasons offered…

“The Fisherman’s Diary” Review: Enah Johnscott’s Film Advocates for Gender Inclusion in Education

The Fisherman’s Diary, a film directed by Enah Johnscott, is a cinematic advocacy for gender…