A First look at Uzoamaka Aniunoh’s film “Love Language”
Set in modern Lagos, the story follows the lives of Chioma, played by Uzoamaka Aniunoh, and Abdul (Adam Garba) as they navigate their love and differences.
First Look Trailer Drops For Faith Based Supernatural Thriller “Domino Effect”
PRESS RELEASE Freddie George Studios has debuted a first look trailer at Domino Effect, a forth coming faith based, supernatural thriller written by Award Winning Writers Emmanuel Oghieaga (Emmyphenom) and Freddie George. This engaging, intriguing and thought provoking thriller is based on a Freddie George Story. Produced and directed by Freddie George and coproduced by […]
Actors Guild of Nigeria conducts Inauguration of New Executives.
NEWS The Actors Guild of Nigeria (AGN) an umbrella union that regulates and represents the affairs of film actors in Nigeria and abroad conducts the inauguration of it’s newly elected Executives. The Actors Guild of Nigeria (AGN) has Inaugurated new National Executive Council members to steer the affairs of the body for the next three […]
Inkblot Productions Tap Biodun Stephen for New Film – “BIG LOVE”
PRESS RELEASE Inkblot Productions, Nigeria’s foremost film production company, has announced its collaboration with the renowned, award-winning director Biodun Stephen to write and direct its new title – “Big Love“, one of its four films slated for theatrical release in 2023. Speaking of the exciting partnership, co-founder of Inkblot Productions, Zulumoke Oyibo expressed the company’s […]
MTV Shuga Naija Season 5: Meet The Cast
Meet The Young Adult Cast of MTVShugaNaija Gbubemi Ejeye (as Moh), Genoveva Umeh (as Chika), Susan Pwajok (as Nanya), Maggie Osuome (as Haalel), Kanaga JNR (as Kachi), Lexan Peters (as Praise), Ilooise Omohinmin (as Saz), Kem Ajieh (as Tolu), Chioma Edak (as Janet) With a focus on teens and young adults, MTV Shuga Naija Season […]
“Playing Pretend” Premiere: Here Are The Best Celebrity Looks
Top Nollywood and entertainment celebrities turned out in numbers to attend the “Playing Pretend” premiere by “PLAYING PRETEND” written, produced, and directed by Chidike Samuelson, the President of SALTNATION PRODUCTIONS. The premiere had the attendees in their best outfits and we have selected some of the best looks from the event. You can see more […]
KAP Motion Pictures announces “IJOGBON” – The Movie
KAP Motion Pictures, under the directorship of Kunle Afolayan and in partnership with NETFLIX, is set to shoot another film titled – “IJOGBON”. Written by award-winning Tunde Babalola, IJOGBON is a coming-of-age family adventure of four teenagers (3 boys and 1 girl) from a rural village in South-West Nigeria, who stumble on a bag full […]
“GRIND”: Q&A With The Creator Of Grind, Roberta Orioma.
Roberta Orioma is a Lagos-based producer, writer, and actor. Her 10-episode series ‘Grind’ airs on Prime Video in all English-speaking countries from January 20th, 2023. Roberta is passionate about storytelling and the future of the Nigerian Film Industry. QUESTION: WHAT INSPIRED THE IDEA? ANSWER: I could have been a stripper. It’s that simple. If my […]
“GRIND” BY ROBERTA ORIOMA SET TO LAUNCH ON PRIME VIDEO FROM 20TH JANUARY 2023.
PRESS RELEASE The title GRIND, released under Tunani Productions, is directed by fast-rising director Orire Nwani, who recently won the prize for best director at the New York Tri-State International film festival. The show stars Uzor Arukwe, Chris Iheuwa, Eso Dike, Daniel Abua, Roberta Orioma, Roseanne Chikwendu, Steve Enagbare, Harriet Akinola, and introduces Tamara Sindio-Apaun and […]
“GBÉSÉ” heads to Indieview Film & Food Festival 2023
PRESS RELEASE A classic tale of reversal of roles, Gbese casts the Nigerian police officer as the “hunted” when a bribe-seeking officer finds himself at the mercy of a serial killer with a thing for corrupt officers. The film, which premiered at the s16 film festival, has been celebrated by film critics and audiences. What […]
IT’S A TALE OF REVENGE AND RETRIBUTION AS NETFLIX ANNOUNCES NIGERIAN CRIME THRILLER, “SHANTY TOWN”
PRESS RELEASE RMD, Shola Shobowale, Chidi Mokeme, Shaffy Bello, Ali Nuhu and Peter Okoye star in upcoming six-part series, “Shanty town” Netflix, the world’s leading streaming entertainment service, has announced the release date of its newest Nigerian crime thriller, the star-studded “Shanty Town“. Created by the talented duo of Xavier Ighorodje and Chichi Nworah, the […]
First look at “Charlie And The Boys”
PRESS RELEASE Charles Omokwe is released from jail after serving one year of a six-year prison sentence for a failed heist. Realising he was betrayed by his employer, Charlie plots his revenge to steal back a priceless 14th-century artefact with the help of his crew while staying one step ahead of the law. Starring Kanayo […]
“Far From Home”: Cast Roundtable with Bolanle Ninalowo, Gbubemi Ejeye and Mike Afolarin
Quick introduction Bolanle: My name is Bolanle Ninalowo, I play Oga Rambo in Far From Home.. Gbubemi: My name is Gbubemi Ejeye, I play Adufe in Far From Home. Mike: My name is Mike Afolarin, and I play Ishaya in Far From Home At what point did you merge with your character? Bolanle: Well, […]
“Far From Home”: Cast Roundtable with Elma Mbadiwe, Genoveva Umeh & Tomi Ojo
Quick introduction Elma: Hi my name is Elma Mbadiwe, I play Carmen in Far From Home. Genoveva: Hi my name is Genoveva Umeh, I play Zina in Far From Home. Tomi: Hello, my name is Tomi Ojo and I play Rahila in Far From Home At what point did you merge your personality and […]
C.J Obasi’s “Mami Wata”, makes history as the first film by a Nigerian-based filmmaker to Premiere at Sundance Festival 2023
Sundance film festival has selected ‘Mami Wata’, C.J. “Fiery” Obasi’s black and white fantasy drama to premiere in the World Cinema Dramatic Category, alongside 11 “other narrative features from emerging talents across the world offering fresh perspectives and inventive styles.” This feature film follows Prisca and Zinwe, daughters of Mama Efe (an intermediary between the […]
Eye-Catching First Look at Inkblot’s Star-Studded Family Comedy “Palava” starring Richard Mofe Damijo, Bisola Aiyeola, Mercy Aigbe, and Many More!
PRESS RELEASE Inkblot seeks to end the year in style with its Christmas movie “Palava”, which will hit cinemas on the 9th of December 2022. The studio has been busy this year, thrilling audiences with its hit titles “The Blood Covenant“, “The Perfect Arrangement“, and “The Set Up 2” “Palava” is a star-studded ensemble family […]
First look of Uyoyou Adia’s film, “L.I.F.E”
Not Satisfied with their given career, Ema (Omowunmi Dada) and Yinka (Efe Irele) wish life treated them differently until it does. L.I.F.E. is produced by Judith Audu for Judith Audu Productions, Written and Directed by Uyoyou Adia, Cinematography by Toyin Odukoya aka Teecam. It stars Omowunmi Dada, Efe Irele, JAY Paul aka Mr Flamez, Mr […]
Director Ramsey Nouah Set To Direct His Third Major Blockbuster “Tokunbo”
PRESS RELEASE Director Ramsey Nouah is set to direct his third major blockbuster “Tokunbo”, since the widely successful Rattlesnake: The Ahanna story and Living in Bondage. Unlike the other two which are remakes of Nollywood classics, Tokunbo is an original story created by Story Story Hub and is produced by Ramsey Films and Sozo films. […]
First Look Teaser drops for the Sci-Fi Thriller “9TH FLOOR”
PRESS RELEASE Winifred Iguwa Network (WIN) unveils the first look teaser for its short film “9TH FLOOR”, written and directed by Winifred Iguwa, starring Ray Adeka, Chris Iheuwa and Chika Emma-Ogbangwo. The plot follows a young man on a job interview and the adversities he faces despite his qualifications. The film is set in […]
Paramount Partners with AFRIFF
AFRIFF (African International Film Festival) 11th edition in 2022 is shaping up to become the most culturally and strategically significant film gathering of the year in African cinema. For 2022, the event is lining up a series of impressive feats including hosting Disney’s Marvel Black Panther: Wakanda Forever African premiere, in collaboration with Film One Entertainment. […]
“AKITI”: GOOD EDUCATION SHOULD BE GOOD ENTERTAINMENT
PRESS RELEASE TAGLINE You cannot cure monkeys from squatting LOGLINE Two errant teenage boys skip school to go and watch fight scenes at an abandoned warehouse. They are forced to confront each other in a deadly confrontation that both of them will forever regret. SYNOPSIS Akiti is a thrilling violence gripping action drama, where the […]
Adeniyi Joseph’s “Kill The Impostor’ is now streaming
The film as directed by Adeniyi Joseph Omobulejo often known as TAJ and written by Emmanuel Chinedum, is a perfect reflection for creatives, creators, inventors, founders and anyone who is on the verge of creating their masterpiece but are struggling with the imposter syndrome. The story follows Salama, a critically acclaimed Writer who has not […]
SCHOOL IS IN SESSION AS NETFLIX DEBUTS NIGERIAN YOUNG ADULT SERIES “FAR FROM HOME”
PRESS RELEASE RMD, Funke Akindele, Mike Afolarin and Genoveva Umeh star in streamer’s first Nigerian Young Adult Show Netflix, the world’s leading streaming entertainment service, announced the launch date of its first Nigerian Young Adult show Far From Home. Produced in partnership with the renowned Inkblot Productions, the five-part series concluded principal photography earlier this […]
Livespot360 to Position Lagos as the Epicentre of Global Entertainment This December with #EWLagos, Livespot X Festival & The Launch of the Livespot Entertarium
PRESS RELEASE Nigerian leading creative solutions company, Livespot360, will, for 8-days this December, curate a first/of-its-kind experience that will bring the world to Lagos, Nigeria – a burgeoning epicentre for top-class entertainment. African music and culture are impacting the global entertainment industry in unprecedented ways – from Afrobeats to Afropop, Amapiano & Film, we’ve cemented […]
AMAA 2022: FULL LIST OF ALL NOMINEES AND WINNERS AT THE 2022 AMAA
Check out the complete list of the Nominees and Winners at the Eighteenth Africa Movie Academy Awards Ceremony. Award for Achievement in Screenplay Borga (Winner) Road to My Father’s CompoundSurviving GazaJolly RogerTug of WarBorgaTembele Best Documentary No U Turn – Nigeria (Winner) Taamaden – MaliNo Simple Way Home -SudanThe Last Shelter – MaliNo U Turn […]
“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 […]