Spotlight Monday- Genoveva Umeh
Born and raised in Nigeria, Genoveva Umeh was immersed in the rich cultural tapestry and vibrant way of life of her homeland until her early teens, when her family relocated to the United Kingdom. There, she completed her secondary education, laying the foundation for a journey that would seamlessly blend her Nigerian roots with global […]
Unveiling the unsung melodies of the original soundtrack industry in Nigeria: The nexus of music and Nollywood.
by Aanuoluwa Odole The arts are mankind’s greatest creation. With music, books, paintings or film, the depth ofhuman creativity is expressed, expounded and eternally forged. Art forms allow stories to betold, in a way that is so unique to the artist. Above all, it serves as a reminder of the world welive in, evoking past, […]
Coming of Age genre: A loud absence in the Nigerian film scene.
by Akinwande Remilekun At the throbbing core of the African film scene lies an absence. The absence of a genre that is, without exaggerating, essential to a person’s formative years – the coming-of-age genre; a mass media staple that has somehow eluded the mainstream landscape of African and specifically Nigerian films. We have placed cinema […]
Nse Ikpe-Etim : a charismatic star in a cluster of bad movies.
by Akinwande Jordan What makes a compelling performance as an actor? What makes an actor hold your attention even when a story is lacklustre and unappealing? In a genre where overacting and under (horrendous) acting often graces our screen, charisma more than talent is what keeps you seated. Charisma is what keeps you watching. The […]