Joseph Jonathan

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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…

“Soon Comes Night” Review: In This South African Crime Drama, There Are No Heroes

What truly sets Soon Comes Night apart is its bold exploration of aspects of corruption…

12 AFRICAN SERIES YOU MAY HAVE MISSED IN 2023 - Afrocritik
12 African Series You May Have Missed in 2023

This list is dedicated to shining a light on these possibly obscure series that promise…

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“Come With Me” Review: Simplicity Takes Centre Stage in Baaj Adebule’s Directorial Debut

Come With Me takes the audience through a spectrum of emotions — from trepidation to…

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“Nganù” Review: Kang Quintus’ Film is an Audacious Exploration of Trauma and Redemption

With its serious tone, the film artfully portrays how the wounds inflicted in the past…

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“Ijogbon” Review: The Kunle Afolayan Directed-Film is Relatable But Lacks Attention to Detail

As is typical of coming-of-age films and fables, Ijogbon is replete with didactics for both…

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“The Black Book” Review: The Editi Effiong-Directed Film Is a Reflection of Nigeria’s Socio-Political Realities

The Black Book is a thought-provoking film that beckons reflection on the social and political…

Film Locations Are a Tool for Storytelling in Nollywood, Beyond The Visual Aesthetics - Afrocritik
Beyond the Visual Aesthetics, Film Locations Are a Tool for Storytelling in Nollywood

The intertwining of locations with storytelling in Nollywood is a fascinating process that offers much…