Movie reviews

“Ololade,” Review: A Clumsy and Shoddy Family Drama

"Ololade" is a six-part drama series that chronicles the story of two poor friends (in the literal sense) who coincidentally become stupendously rich. The series is produced by TCN Africa, a production company founded by Olawale Adetula, Gbemi Olateru-Olagbegi, and…

‘LUGARD,’ Reviewed: Suffered From Thin and Inadequate Characterisation

On July 10, 1999, five students of Obafemi Awolowo University in Ile-Ife, Osun State, were murdered and eleven were injured. George Yemi Iwilade, who was popularly known as Afrika, a 400-level medical student and the Students' Union Secretary at the…

Movie Review: ‘Gangs of Lagos’ Is A Crime Thriller Movie That Explores The Street Life Of Lagos Island

Gangs of Lagos is Amazon Prime Video's first original film directed by Jadesola Osiberu. The movie follows the story of two childhood friends, Young Obalola and Young Ify, who start their life of crime by robbing a woman in Lagos…

Movie Review: ‘A Sunday Affair’ Is A Good Start In Romance Genre Of Nollywood Movies

A Sunday Affair is a new romantic movie produced by Ebonylife Media, directed by Walter Taylor, and released on Netflix on February 14, 2023. The film is a must-watch as it explores the complexities of triangular love relationships. It features…

‘Dark October’ Movie Review: The Concept Of Jungle Justice Wreaks Havoc On Society

"Dark October" which is currently available on the Movie streaming giant platform, Netflix preaches against Jungle Justice. It is a newly released film inspired by true events and directed by Toka McBaror with production by Nigerian Celebrity blogger, Linda Ikeji.…

Movie Review: ‘The Wait’ Epitomizes The Need For Faith And Patience For Mothers In Waiting

Movie name: The Wait Director: Yemi Morafa and Fiyin Gambo Cast: NSE Ikpe Etim, Ini-Dima Okojie, Deyemi Okanlawon, Jimmy Odukoya, Chimezie Imo, Joke Silva, Kate Henshaw, Meg Otanwa, Uche Chika Elumelu, Aisha Sanni-Shittu, Juliana Olayode. The movie, "Wait" is a…