Acclaimed actor and filmmaker Idris Elba has joined forces with EbonyLife Films, spearheaded by media mogul Mo Abudu, to direct the highly anticipated short film “Dust to Dreams.” This project boasts an impressive cast, featuring Nigerian stars Nse Ikpe-Etim, Eku Edewor, Atlanta Bridget Johnson, former Nigerian Idol contestant Constance Olatunde, and British-Nigerian music legend Seal. […]
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“A Tribe Called Judah” is a compelling drama that delves into the emotional and societal struggles of Jedidiah Judah, a strong single mother raising five sons from different fathers. Through her journey, the film paints a raw and intimate portrait of the challenges that come with single parenthood, such as balancing financial strain, […]
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The Man Died is a deeply evocative Nigerian drama that draws inspiration from Wole Soyinka’s The Man Died: Prison Notes of Wole Soyinka. Directed by Tunde Kelani, this adaptation transforms Soyinka’s memoir into a gripping cinematic experience that delves into themes of social justice, courage, and the harrowing cost of speaking truth to power. […]
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A Sunday Affair, a romantic drama, as a Valentine’s Day special on Netflix. Directed by Walter Taylaur and produced by EbonyLife Media, the film delves into the complexities of love, friendship, and the emotional upheaval that comes with crossing boundaries in relationships. The story revolves around Uche (portrayed by Nse Ikpe-Etim) and Toyin (Dakore […]
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“Shanty Town” is a 2023 Nigerian crime thriller series that premiered on Netflix. Set in the gritty underworld of Lagos, Shanty Town follows a group of courtesans, each with a troubled past, who are trying to escape the iron grip of a powerful and dangerous kingpin. The series explores the intersecting lives of these women […]
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The Trade, a Nollywood thriller directed by Jadesola Osiberu Inspired by true events, delves into the dark and gripping underworld of kidnapping in Nigeria, focusing on the notorious criminal mastermind known as Eric. Feared for his strategic brilliance and ruthlessness, Eric terrorizes the South Eastern region, eluding law enforcement and creating chaos in his wake. […]
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“4:4:44” is a thought-provoking Nigerian psychological drama directed by the acclaimed Izu Ojukwu. Set against the backdrop of 1944, the film offers a poignant exploration of love, trauma, and mental health within the context of a deeply emotional narrative. The story revolves around Hillary (played by Richard Mofe-Damijo) and Theresa (portrayed by Nse Ikpe-Etim), […]
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Glamour Girls (2022), a Netflix Original remake of the 1994 Nollywood classic, revisiting the allure and challenges of a high-stakes world filled with ambition, wealth, and betrayal. Directed by Bunmi Ajakaiye and produced by Abimbola Craig, the film seeks to modernize the original story while introducing it to a global audience. The movie centers […]
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The Wait is a deeply moving Nollywood drama directed by the visionary duo Yemi Morafa and Fiyin Gambo, the film is inspired by God’s Waiting Room, a faith-based book authored by Yewande Zaccheaus. This adaptation breathes life into the book’s themes of faith, patience, and personal growth, presenting a profound exploration of what it means […]
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Fine Wine, a Nollywood romantic drama, perfectly timed to capture the romantic spirit of Valentine’s weekend. Directed by Seyi Babatope and written by Temitope Akinbode and Diche Enunwa, the film presents a heartwarming and unconventional love story that challenges societal expectations around age and relationships. The narrative revolves around Seye George (played by veteran […]
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