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Funke Akindele’s Latest Film Breaks ₦200 Million Barrier in Opening Weekend
With over ₦200 million ($137,765) earned in its opening weekend, Funke Akindele’s latest film has delivered one of Nollywood’s …
1 day ago2 min read


10 Things Google Trends Reveals About African Film Audiences
From genre obsession to platform loyalty, Google Trends data reveals how African film audiences search, discover and commit to movies and ..
3 days ago2 min read


Tribute: Jimmy Cliff - The Caribbean Voice That Changed Global Cinema and Sound
From reggae icon to cinematic trailblazer, Jimmy Cliff reshaped how Black stories, music and identity moved across film and popular …
4 days ago2 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.
4 days ago2 min read


Warner Bros - Paramount - Netflix deal: Warner Bros Discovery Stands With Netflix as Paramount Bid Is Rejected — Bidding War Escalates
Warner Bros Discovery turns down Paramount’s $108.4B hostile offer and stays committed to Netflix, intensifying a takeover fight with major global and African market implications.
5 days ago1 min read


Kenyan Film “Act of Love” to Open Kenya Cinema Week in London
The contemporary Kenyan drama Act of Love — directed by Shelly Gitonga — has been selected to screen at the upcoming Kenya Cinema Week in London, marking a notable step for Kenyan cinema on the global stage.
Dec 51 min read


Senegalese Cinema Shines at SOTIGUI Awards 2025
At the 2025 SOTIGUI Awards ceremony held in Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso, Senegalese cinema took home several of the event’s most prestigious honours — a sweeping victory that underscores West Africa’s growing strength on the continent’s screen.
Dec 51 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 51 min read


When Real Life Caught Up with Fiction — Paul Rusesabagina’s Turbulent Story After Hotel Rwanda
For decades, Hotel Rwanda stood as one of the most powerful films to emerge from a true African tragedy — telling the story..
Dec 52 min read


POLL: What makes you watch an African film immediately?
Everyone has a trigger — a great trailer, a favourite actor, or pure hype. What actually gets you to press play?
Dec 20 min read


Marvel’s 2025 Box Office Decline: The Year the MCU Lost Its Aura
After underperforming releases like Captain America: Brave New World and Thunderbolts, 2025 shows the MCU’s box-office dominance is no longer guaranteed — a turning point for superhero cinema.
Dec 22 min read


Trailer: Disney's 'Moana' Is Back — Here’s Why You Should Be Hyped
The sea is calling again. Disney’s live-action remake of Moana is scheduled for July 10, 2026 — and the first trailer has already dropped.
Nov 291 min read


“The Herd” Charges Beyond the Box Office- From Nigerian Cinemas to Netflix Charts
From Nigerian box office success to Netflix chart, The Herd is expanding beyond borders. Discover its streaming rankings and growing …
Nov 242 min read


Gingerrr Breaks Records — But Is It More Than Just a Box Office Hit?
With ₦428.8M and counting, Gingerrr is setting new box-office records. But beyond the thrill, its real success could lie in Nollywood’s evolving business model.
Nov 192 min read


Nollywood Breaks Its Own Record: Inside Nigeria’s 2025 Cinema Surge
Nigeria’s cinemas are on fire and this isn’t just hype. At its annual showcase, FilmOne Entertainment announced it’s eyeing a ₦15 billion (approximately $10 milion) box office milestone by the end of 2025.
Nov 182 min read


Demon Slayer Does the Impossible: FilmOne Makes History in West Africa
You know a genre has “arrived” when not just fans, but entire cinemas, turn up. That moment came this September, when FilmOne Entertainment released Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle in Nigeria
Nov 182 min read


Black Panther 3: Ryan Coogler Returns to Wakanda With a Vision That Could Redefine the Franchise
Wakanda is stirring again. Ryan Coogler has confirmed that his next major film with Marvel is Black Panther 3, and early signs suggest something deeper, heavier and more meaningful is on the way.
Nov 182 min read


POLL: Which African Country Is Leading in Film Exports?
Which African Country Is Leading in Film Exports?
Nov 170 min read


‘Bugonia’ Threw the Wildest Screening of the Year — Only for the Bald (or the Brave Enough to Shave)
Emma Stone surprised fans at Focus Features’ viral “Bugonia” screening, where bald attendees packed the theater in Culver City. The film’s marketing stunt was a viral hit.
Nov 111 min read


When Worship Meets the Big Screen: How These Music Ministers Are Redefining Sound in Nollywood
A quiet revolution is happening in Nollywood. Beyond the cameras and stories, worship music ministers are stepping into the world of film, blending sound and spirit to create moments that move hearts and shift atmospheres.
Nov 113 min read
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