Joseph Jonathan

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.…

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…

Still from With Difficulty Comes Ease
“With Difficulty Comes Ease” Review: Korede Azeez’s Film Is a Masterful Blend of Art and Heart

With Difficulty Comes Ease is a true cinematic piece that breaks out of the usual…

Onye Egwu
“Onye Egwu” Review: The Uche Jombo-Directed Film is a Near Miss

Onye Egwu feels like a missed opportunity to explore the complexities and triumphs of the…

Mapantsula
“Mapantsula” Review: Oliver Schmitz’s Crime-Drama is a Gripping Portrayal of Apartheid-Era South Africa

With both honesty and compassion, Mapantsula illuminates the brutal realities of apartheid, showcasing the resilience…

A Father's Love | Afrocritik| Review
“A Father’s Love” Review: Sebastian Ukwa Directs a Poignant Story With Subtlety and Nuance

A Father’s Love is a testament to the quality of the First Features Project with…

Kill Boro review | Courage Obayuwana| Afrocritik
“Kill Boro” Review: Courage Obayuwana’s Debut Feature Leaves A Lasting Impression

Kill Boro is a compelling and emotionally charged film that offers a fresh perspective on…

“Momiwa” Review: Family is Redefined in the Biodun Stephen-Directed Drama

Momiwa beautifully illustrates that the true essence of family lies in the sincere efforts and…

Strained | Now showing on Netflix | Afrocritik
“Strained” Review: Okechukwu Oku’s Film is Simple Yet Sophisticated

In its concise runtime, Strained explores a plethora of issues with remarkable finesse, avoiding the…

“Soweto Blaze” Review: Brad Katzen’s Film Fizzles in Its Slapstick Attempt

In all, Soweto Blaze doesn’t take itself too seriously and appears to simply exist for…