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Patience Ozokwor Honoured at Regal Film Festival in Accra
Nollywood icon Patience Ozokwor has been honoured at Ghana’s Regal Film Festival, celebrating her decades-long impact on African film
Dec 21, 20252 min read


‘Water Girl’: How Nnamdi Kanaga’s Folklore-Rooted Supernatural Drama Inspires Creative Filmmaking
Water Girl, written and directed by Nnamdi Kanaga, blends Igbo mythology with modern narrative and indie ingenuity. Our review highlights its story, cultural heart, production context, and lessons for budget filmmakers.
Dec 13, 20252 min read


Trailer: ‘Oversabi Aunty’ - Nollywood’s December Comedy-Drama Brings Laughter and Real-Life Lessons
Oversabi Aunty — starring Toyin Abraham and Mike Ezuruonye — hits cinemas December 19, 2025. Our review explores its humour, family dynamics, and why audiences are buzzing ahead of release.
Dec 13, 20252 min read


Exclusive: Aloma — New Nigerian Thriller Promises Grit, Heart and Real-Life Stakes
Nollywood star Shawn Faqua headlines Aloma, the highly anticipated 2026 film from Chris Ihidero. Exclusive scene, cast reactions, and what’s driving the hype.
Dec 9, 20251 min read


Full List of African Winners at Gotham Awards 2025
From lead acting to breakthrough directing — here are the African stars and films that claimed top honours at the 2025 Gotham Awards.
Dec 7, 20251 min read


Global Buzz Grows for ‘Masinga – The Calling’ Ahead of Streaming Release
South Africa’s crime thriller Masinga – The Calling just swept awards at an Indian film festival — now with its Showmax release on December
Dec 5, 20250 min read


Nadia Kounda Wins Best Actress at Brussels — A New High for Moroccan Cinema
Moroccan actor-powerhouse Nadia Kounda has just been crowned Best Actress at the 2025 Brussels International Film Festival — for her emotionally charged performance in the 2025 film Les Fourmis.
Dec 5, 20251 min read


Lupita Nyong’o: Oscar Win Opened Doors — and Locked Her Into Slave Roles
Nyong’o’s story isn’t just a personal anecdote — it’s a powerful example of how systemic typecasting remains alive in film.
Dec 1, 20251 min read


Obichi Marshall: Where Talent Meets Tenacity in Nollywood
Obichi’s journey began on screen in 2015 with Meet the Browns, and from that moment, it was clear she wasn’t just here to act — she was here to own the screen.
Nov 11, 20252 min read
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