Film and TV

Movie Review: Kemi Adetiba’s “King Of Boys: The Return Of The King” Is Enjoyable, But It Lacks Bite

By Vivian Nneka Nwajiaku King of Boys, Kemi Adetiba’s crime drama, made great impact on…

#Throwback Movie Review: Moses Inwang’s “Body Language” Is Captivating, Suspense-Laden Drama

By Jerry Chiemeke Released in 2017 by the Royal Academy in collaboration with ROK Studios, Body…

Seyi Babatope’s “When Love Happens” And Nollywood’s Approach To Romance Stories

By Michael Chiedoziem Chukwudera Many Nollywood films of today, especially the ones made available for…

Lancelot Oduwa-Imasuen’s “August Meeting” And The Cultural Relevance Of An Annual Convergence

By Michael Chiedoziem Chukwudera One of the finest achievements of Nollywood over the decades is…

Movie Review: Izu Ojukwu’s “76” Excels As A Period Piece With A Knack For Detail

By Vivian Nneka Nwajiaku It is often said that Nigerians don’t know their history. Many…

“Awon Boyz,” an Emotive Documentary on the Lives of Lagos Hustlers, Now Streaming Globally on Netflix

Awon Boyz, a documentary that takes a close look at the lives and passions of…

Movies From The Vault: Chineze Anyaene’s “Ijé: The Journey” Is A Compelling Take On The Nigerian Dream

By Vivian Nneka Nwajiaku The Nigerian dream is to japa. In a country that stifles…

Movie Review: Kathryn Fasegha’s “Two Weeks In Lagos” Is Forgettable Schlock

It is commonplace to find that romantic films are set in big cities, and when…

Blackstar Film Festival: Renee Maria Osubu’s “Dear Philadelphia” Is A Song Of Hope For Black Communities

By Jerry Chiemeke For decades, black communities have been mired in socio-economic misery, and their…

Blackstar Film Festival: Susy Pena’s “This Is Forever” Examines Identity, Immigration And Family Bonds

By Jerry Chiemeke For immigrants who slug it out in first-world countries, life can be…