Genevieve Nnaji Turned Down Hollywood For Nollywood
Legendary Nigerian actor Genevieve Nnaji has disclosed that she turned down an opportunity to join the American film industry because of her passion for the Nigerian film industry and her belief that she can contribute to building a Nollywood that can rival Hollywood. Read more about Entertainment The thespian was a panellist at the […]
Communication Lessons From ‘Malcolm And Marie’
I recently watched Malcolm and Marie on Netflix and to be honest, when I started, I was upset. I was mad about the dialogue. The movie was beautiful but I felt exhausted, almost as though this was a very painful movie experience but I am sure there was a point, the producers, directors, writers, […]
American Actor Reacts To The Ikorodu Bois’ Extraction Remake
Nigerian creative crew, Ikorodu Bois have received a shout-out from American actor, Chris Hemsworth. This comes after the recognition and an invitation they received from movie producers, the Russo brothers for their recreation of ‘Extraction‘ Trailer. https://twitter.com/Russo_Brothers/status/1275888415330824192?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1275888415330824192%7Ctwgr%5E&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fpulsembed.eu%2Fp2em%2FFMZ4CQA_o%2F Chris Hemsworth who is the lead actor in ‘Extraction’ took to his Instagram page to applaud the […]
Ikorodu Bois Go Global With Extraction Remake
The dream of going global for Nigerian internet sensation, Ikorodu Bois, came true on Wednesday, June 24, 2020, after the group was invited to the world premiere of Netflix action thriller, Extraction 2, by the Russo brothers, after remaking the trailer of the movie. Popular for mimicking music videos and film trailers, the group’s […]
Top Online Platforms With The Best Nollywood Content
With elections slated for 23rd February and, yet again, another inevitable lock-down of businesses and restriction of movement this coming weekend, you might be wondering how to enjoy the rest of your day, after casting your vote of course. Not to worry. Just have your drinks, and popcorn ready, find a comfortable position, turn off […]
AY and Omoni Oboli Feature In Debut Hollywood Film
Ayobami ‘AY’ Makun and Omoni Oboli debut in a Christmas themed Hollywood animation film, ‘Elliott: The Littlest Reindeer’ to be released later this year. The two Nigerian actors’ voices are used in the all-star voiced movie, alongside Hunger Games movie star, Josh Hutcherson, and Morena Baccarin of Dead pool 1 and 2. The Group managing […]
Movies To Watch This Weekend
Last weekend, we suggested that you watch “Before I do”, “Low lives and High Hopes” and “Date Night”. This weekend, here are the movies you should see: WHO? Who is a comedy movie produced by IK Ogbonna. It follows the story of an Igbo man and a Hausa woman who fall in love with a […]
Vivica Fox, Ada Ameh, Joseph Benjamin, Freda Steffl, star in new film, “Alexandra”
A lot of Nigerians are making their mark in Hollywood this year, and some leaving larger footprints than others. One of those people who has put Nigerian film industry on the map is Freda Steffl. Alexandra Freda is the producer and lead actor of the new film, Alexandra, which tells the story of an innocent […]
John Boyega Plans To Spend ₦9 Billion On A Nigerian Movie
British-Nigerian actor, John Boyega, has hinted that he is planning on shooting a low-budget Nigerian movie with $20-25 million dollars (around ₦9 billion). Boyega made the revelation while on a show, CNBC Africa, During the promotion of the recently released sci-fi movie, Pacific Rim: Uprising, in which he stars. Nigerian Stories He told, the host […]
Funke Akindele To Feature In Marvel’s new Avengers blockbuster
Funke Akindele has finally moved into the Hollywood radar as she may be starring in a Marvel movie titled, Avengers: The Infinity War. The Miss Jenifa actor has her name published on the popular IMDb, where it was revealed that she has been listed to play the role of Dora Milaje, Wakanda’s all-female special forces […]
Chiwetel Ejiofor Named Commander of the Order of the British Empire
Chiwetel Ejiofor, a British-Nigerian actor was awarded the title of Commander of the Order of the British Empire (CBE) by the Duke of Cambridge, Prince William for his services to Drama at the Investiture Ceremony held at Buckingham Palace, London last week. He was awarded the Officer of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire in 2008. […]
Recap of Scandal Season 5 Official Synopsis Premiere
I remember the first time I heard some friends discussing this series, I became enthralled by my bestie’s brief explanation of it. So the movie freak in me set out to hunt for the series and I definitely wasn’t disappointed (although I had a few heartbreaks here and there, but that’s inevitable isn’t it? *sigh*). Anyway, if […]
Here Comes Avatar 2
If you are like me, you have probably searched Google at least twice a week for just about any news online on Avatar 2. The movie is definitely a long way from release, so it’s kind of understandable why not much is known about the plot of the film. Although the production schedule of the film […]
James Bond is Nigerian
Yes you read that right! James Bond is Nigerian! Let me explain … David Oyelowo, 39, will portray 007 and other characters in a recording of Trigger Mortis, a new Bond novel by Anthony Horowitz, according to The Guardian. However, his performance will be heard rather than seen, in an audiobook. The announcement on Thursday […]
NAFCA (African Oscars) Nominee List is Out! See If Your Favourite Movie Made The Cut…
The Nollywood & African Film Critics’ Awards, also known as NAFCA, is an accolade bestowed by the Nollywood Film Critics USA (the official movie review organization for Nollywood and African movies) to recognize the excellence of professionals in the African film industry, including directors, actors, writers and humanitarians. It is one of the most prominent award […]
If Keri Hilson Can Do It…
A few days ago, a Hollywood celebrity dropped the bombshell on us. It was Sunday morning, and while some people were at church, and some others were in bed feeling guilty about not going to church, this famous aunty just casually posted a picture of herself making fufu in her kitchen, in a denim jacket […]