Vivian Nneka Nwajiaku

The Trials of Winnie Mandela
Documentary Spotlight: “The Trials of Winnie Mandela”

The Trials of Winnie Mandela sets out to re-educate the world and re-evaluate the legacy…

Evi
“Evi” Review: Uyoyou Adia Attempts a Do-Ever in a Music-Themed Story of Gambles and Second Chances

Evi feels like a do-over, as much for its director as for its eponymous protagonist.…

Aba Blues
“Aba Blues” Review: Jack’enneth Opukeme’s Unconventional Style Can’t Fix Conventional Nollywood Storytelling

In Aba Blues, writer-director Jack’enneth Opukeme attempts to reach for morally grey complexities within a…

Finding Hope in Despair
Documentary Spotlight: “Finding Hope in Despair”

Finding Hope in Despair tracks indigenes of Plateau State who suffered major losses and are…

AMVCA
AMVCA 2026: The Shocks, Surprises and Frauds of the AMVCA12 Nominations

The AMVCAs have a long and well-documented habit of rewarding visibility over rigour. Films that…

2026 iREP Film Festival
iREP Film Festival 2026: “Awon Boyz”, “No U-Turn”, “Awani”, “Double Minority”, “Afterlife” and “Isese” Reviews

Within the screening rooms, the festival explored Africa’s tense history, systemic drawbacks, and traditional spirituality.…

Onobiren
“Onobiren” Review: Laju Iren Spins a Faith-Based Tale of Female Resilience and Solidarity

Onobiren is an earnest story of women—women as friends and foes, women as problem-solvers and…

Mothers of Chibok
Documentary Spotlight: “Mothers of Chibok”

Mothers of Chibok tells an incredible story of dignity, resilience, and defiance, putting on display…

Afrocritik
Afrocritik Announces Key Editorial Promotions

The appointments signal Afrocritik’s continued investment in editorial leadership and its ambition to deepen its…

Olive Nwosu
Berlinale 2026: In Conversation with Olive Nwosu, Writer-Director of “Lady”

“For me, it’s about making a body of work that is emotionally resonant and speaking…