Film and TV

Bovi Ugboma’s “My Village People” Understates Spirituality and Witchcraft

The movie starts on an exciting note, and is commendable for building a certain level…

“Justice Served” Review: A Broken System Is Put on Trial in Another Entertaining Netflix Hostage Drama

Justice Served raises tough questions about how much change has actually come to South Africa…

8 Nigerian Movies and TV Shows Coming Soon to Your Screens

By Blessing Chinwendu Nwankwo With the upgrade in recent Nollywood productions, from 2016 till date,…

“Country Queen” Review: Kenya’s First Netflix Original Series Is Potent but Drab

Country Queen stands out for its hard-hitting themes tackled with the deserved nuance and set…

“The Blood Covenant” Review: A Familiar but Interesting Anti-Money Ritual Film

Gambo’s film is familiar but interesting. It’s didactic but not preachy or judgmental. And as…

“Prophetess” Review: Niyi Akinmolayan Dares to Merge Religion and Farce

The movie further exposes the relationship between the gambler and the betting company, as well…

Jewel
“Jewel” Review: A Quiet Reminder of the Continuing Impacts of South Africa’s Sharpeville Massacre

For a film about the unforgettable trauma of a tragic historical event, Jewel feels less…

“Introducing the Kujus” Review: Biodun Stephen Creates a Dramatic and Incredibly Relatable Family

Between the intragroup relationships within the family, the age and seniority dynamics, and the uninvited…

“Silent Baron” Review: An Easily Forgettable Tale of Blinded Trust and Stolen Innocence 

…the movie sells more as a display of failed trust than the consequences of drug…

Rise
“Rise” Review: Akin Omotoso Directs a Family-Friendly Sports Biopic for Disney

The special focus on family definitely pays off, making the film richer than an average…