“The King’s Horseman” (Elesin Oba) Premiere: Here Are The Best Celebrity Looks
PRESS RELEASE Top Nollywood and entertainment celebrities turned out in numbers to attend the “The King’s Horseman” (Elesin Oba) premiere. The event had the star attendees in their Oleku and Dansiki outfits and we have selected some of the best looks from the premiere event. You can see more photos from the premiere through the […]
#ShootTheCulture – HELLO AFRICA, The Annual Film Mischief (TAFM) ANNOUNCES 2023 RETURN!
PRESS RELEASE Film Rats is pleased to announce the second edition of its film festival, The Annual Film Mischief (TAFM) which will take place in Lagos, Nigeria. Last year at its maiden edition, TAFM had amazing movies screened such as Owen Olowu’s “Songs of Ubong” (Winner, TAFM Grand Cheese Prize), Reflections (Winner, Best Screenplay), The […]
“Elesin Oba, The King’s Horseman”, based on a Nigerian literary classic, to be released in Nigerian cinemas from 28 October
PRESS RELEASE EbonyLife Films are pleased to announce that Elesin Oba, The King’s Horseman, will have its limited Nigerian cinema release from 28th October to 4th November. Based on real-life events in Nigeria in 1943, Elesin Oba will feature in various cinemas to include EbonyLife, Filmhouse, Genesis and VIVA in Lagos, Ibadan, Abuja and Akure, amongst others. Set in […]
“The Modern Woman”: Yomi Black kicks off principal photography
“The Modern Woman” is a story that follows a young woman, who after a miscarriage tries to find herself but unfortunately falls into the jaws of toxic feminism. The story has been in development since January 2022. and production finally kicked off on the 14th of October. It has Seyi Babatope as its Director of […]
Izu Ojukwu’s period piece “4:4:44” starring Richard Mofe-Damijo and Nse Ikpe-Etim, set to premiere Globally On Prime Video this November
Inspired by true events, Wuproductions’ psychological drama, Four Four Forty Four (4:4:44) set in the early 1940s, starring Richard Mofe-Damijo and Nse Ikpe-Etim will be available to stream globally on Amazon Prime Video in November, 2022. This psychological drama set on the 4th of April, 1944. A story of two perfect individuals who will have […]
BLEEDING ART PRODUCTION KICKS OFF PRODUCTION FOR FIRST FEATURE FILM, “LOVE IN A PANDEMIC”
PRESS RELEASE Nigerian movie production company, Bleeding Art has kicked off production for its first feature film, titled Love In A Pandemic. Directed by Akay Mason (Superstar, Day Of Destiny and Elevator Baby), Love in a Pandemic stars Nancy Isime, Deyemi Okanlawon, Teniola Aladese, Ronke Odusanya, Uche Montana, Eso Dike and Uche Obunse Love In […]
Adeniyi Joseph makes a metaphorical short film addressing the imposter syndrome with the title “Kill The Impostor”
PRESS RELEASE A story originally written by Emmanuel Chinedum and directed by Adeniyi Joseph Omobulejo often known as TAJ is a metaphorical story of a critically acclaimed writer who has not written another book in four years and finds herself in troubled waters, as she struggles to get her groove back but dealing with self-doubt. […]
Emerging Filmmaker Orire Nwani wins prize for ‘best director’ at the new york Tri-state International Film Festival
PRESS RELEASE Nigerian Director Orire Nwani has just been announced as the winner in the Best Director category atthe New York Tri-State film festival for his work on his recent short Naked Woman. The short film about an intricate mother-daughter relationship, which premiered at theSmithsonian National Museum for African Art DC, will also be screening […]
Africa International Horror Film Festival 2022 Official Selection Lineup
The Africa International Horror Film Festival (AIHFF) 2022 committee unveiled the official selection lineup featuring 22 films from 11 countries
Toyin Abraham, Deyemi Okanlawon and Annie Idibia take on unusual and challenging roles in our in ‘Our President’s Money” movie
PRESS RELEASE What do you get when you put Six hateful, greedy Nigerians of different tribes together in a house which contains the President’s money with no means to leave for seven days? What you are going to get is Chaos. Absolute Mayhem. The Writer/Director of the Nollywood blockbuster and Netflix Nigeria 2021 Top 10 […]
Ibadan Indie Film Awards 2022: Kayode Kasum, Korede Azeez and Okwong Fadamana Announced as Jury
Ibadan Indie Film Awards 2022 announces Kayode Kasum, Korede Azeez and Okwong Fadamana as Jury for its maiden edition. The Ibadan Indie Film Awards managed by Georgina Duke along with a team of associates will be hosted by New Culture Studio, welcoming filmmakers to celebrate, recognise and reward exceptional storytellers and showcase the works of […]
“Indigenous For Global” A bold theme announcing the 11th edition of AFRIFF in Lagos, Nigeria
PRESS RELEASE Opens with Prime Video’s award-winning psychological horror film Nanny The AFRIFF (Africa International Film Festival), announced its 11th edition holding between the 6th and 12th of November 2022. Speaking with journalists recently, at this year’s festival program launch and media parley at Alliance Française de Lagos, Ikoyi, Lagos, the Founder & Festival Director, […]
All you need to know about Olalekan Afolabi’s feature film debut “FREEDOM WAY’
PRESS RELEASEThe PlotThree young co-founders struggle to keep their startup alive despite sabotage by a powerful competitor. A bike man finds himself making hard choices when his means of livelihood is lost and he still needs to provide for his family, A doctor struggles with his conscience on the job while trying to connect with […]
“Brotherhood” Premiere: Here Are The Best Celebrity Looks
Top Nollywood and entertainment celebrities turned out in numbers to attend the “Brotherhood” premiere. The “Ojuju Ball” had the star attendees in their craziest avant-garde outfits and we have selected some of the best looks from the premiere event. You can see more photos from the Ojuju Ball through the link at the end of […]
Netflix Unveils “Anikulapo” Full Cast Ahead September 30 Premiere
Ahead of the day and date premiere of its upcoming Yoruba fantasy drama, Netflix has revealed “Anikulapo” full cast. The Kunle Afolayan directed title, set to show in cinemas across Nigeria, will begin showing globally on Netflix from September 30, 2022. Watch the trailer and see the synopsis here.
Meroestream’s ‘Ticket to Life’ screens to highflying reviews, set to hit cinemas on September 23
PRESS RELEASETicket to Life, a Meroestream and Nubian Productions film has scored its debut outing ahead of its theatrical release set for September 23, 2022. The drama directed by Geshin Salvador recently screened in Lagos, Nigeria and was rated a must-watch by press and film industry influencers in attendance. Speaking at the exclusive screening […]
Jade Osiberu Strikes Exclusive Overall Deal With Prime Video
The Nigerian director, writer, producer, and showrunner—and her production company, Greoh Studios—will create and develop TV shows and movies exclusively for Prime Video in a three-year overall deal The news comes as Osiberu’s highly anticipated movie Gangs of Lagos screens at the Toronto International Film Festival, ahead of its world premiere as the first Nigerian Original on […]
Application for the Netflix Creative Equity Scholarships for Nigeria, West & Central Africa deadline extended
The Creative Equity Scholarship Fund for Africa (CESF) will provide financial assistance to Africa’s future generation of storytellers. Netflix has announced the extension of its Netflix Creative Equity Scholarship Fund (CESF) to film and television students in the West and Central Africa region. Applications are now open for students to apply to study at institutions […]
League of Orishas: First look at Anthill studio’s new animated series.
Anthill Studios, the video post Production and 3D animation studio behind the 2018 animation, ‘Malika’ is back with another animated series, ‘Leagues of Orishas’. League of Orishas is inspired by various West-African mythologies and set in a time when gods, supernatural beings, humans and strange beasts all co-existed on the face of the earth. The […]
‘Inside Life’: From home to prison, inspired by a true life story.
On the 31st of August, Sillo Studios held a media screening of their upcoming title ‘Inside Life’. Directed by Tope Adebayo, one of the directors behind the 2022 box office hit King of Thieves, produced and co-written by Lanre Olorunshola and Chuks Enete after Chuks Enete read a book which was gifted to him by […]
“Brotherhood” confirmed to premiere in 14 Countries ahead of September 23 release
Ahead of the “Brotherhood” release on September 23, 2022, GreoH Studios has confirmed that the film will premiere in 14 countries. The countries include: 1. Nigeria 2. Ghana 3. Cameroun, Yaoundé and Douala 4. Bénin Republic, Cotonou 5. Burkina Faso, Ouagadougou 6. Togo, Lomé 7. Niger, Niamey 8. Dakar, Sénégal 9. Brazzaville, Pointe Noire,Oyo, Congo […]
“Her Perfect Life”, “Iyawo Mi (My Wife)”: Mo Abudu makes debut as a director with 2 short films
Nigeria’s top filmmaker embarks on a new phase of her career, willing to learn and immerse herself further in the creative process Noted Nigerian film producer and CEO of EbonyLife Group, Mo Abudu is about to see one of her cherished dreams come true. Beginning late August 2022, she will direct two short films, and […]
Geshin Salvador’s ‘Ticket To Life’ set for September theatrical debut
Meroestream and Nubian productions have confirmed the theatrical debut of its latest collaboration, ‘Ticket to Life’. Produced by Eugene Enogwe and directed by ace filmmaker Geshin Salvador, and scripted by Miskeen Anav from a story by Tomisin Ayoade, the film which hits cinemas on September 23, tells a multifaceted tale that’ll leave film lovers on […]
Nigeria’s “A Place Called Forward;” “Earth Women” make The NGO International Film Festival’s 2022 official selection.
The NGO International Film Festival (NGOIFF) has unveiled 100 films set to screen at the 2022 edition in Nairobi, Kenya. Selected from an unprecedented record of 2071 entries from a total of 123 countries from 1400 organisations, this year’s selection will screen at a three-day festival slated for October 19th to 21st, 2022. The official […]
“Adire”: FilmOne Productions ventures into the world of Originals
FilmOne Entertainment, has wrapped shoot and is now in the post-production stage of its debut original feature film, Adire. Shot in Ibadan, Oyo state and set in modern times with a feel of ‘vintage’ Nigeria, Adire is a drama that captures the escapades of a young fashion entrepreneur (now retired prostitute), who suffers the effect of a collision […]
“Gangs of Lagos”: Prime Video unveils first Nigerian original title
Prime Video has unveiled its first Amazon Original title from Nigeria, Gangs of Lagos and for the first time it’s allowing its customers to sign up for membership in Naira. Gangs of Lagos is a high-stakes action thriller that centres on a group of friends who each have to navigate destiny, growing up on the […]
Netflix presents a slate of exciting African titles to come in 2022-2023
Netflix hosted See What’s Next Africa on August 2, 2022. There, Netflix presented a slate of exciting African titles to come in 2022-2023 Netflix showcased its increased investment in Africa’s rich heritage of storytelling through exciting new projects that span a diverse range of genres and formats that will be available in 190 countries. During […]
“Brotherhood” Premiere Will Be in 14 Countries as Jade Osiberu Eyes ₦1 Billion GBO Record
Watch the first official “Brotherhood” trailer below. As “Brotherhood” premiere date of September 23 approaches, Jade Osiberu and GreoH Studios organised a media preview for the new “Brotherhood” trailer this morning, Monday, August 1, 2022. At the trailer preview organised for media houses at Filmhouse Cinemas IMAX, Lekki, Lagos State, the host, Lala Akindoju announced […]
Watch “Ijo,”Charles Etubiebi and Genoveva Umeh’s Love Story About Men’s Vulnerability
Nigerian love story, “Ijo” (meaning dance in Yoruba), tells the story of a depressed man who seeks closure and healing through dance after a lover’s quarrel. Watch trailer below. The love story explores the highest form of grief and unrequited love, told through a man’s perspective. It shows the pure vulnerability that happens when you […]
“The King’s Horseman” Will Be The First Yoruba Film to Premiere at TIFF 2022
“Elesin Oba, The King’s Horseman,” Netflix’s adaptation of Professor Wole Soyinka’s stage play, will be the first Yoruba-language film ever to have its world premiere at the upcoming Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) in September, 2022. The historical drama, written and directed by Biyi Bandele and produced by EbonyLife Films, is based on “Death and […]