Author: Efeturi
Get ready to embark on a journey of the creeks, oil bunking and pirates as Play Networks proudly presents “Blood Vessel,” a gripping thriller that is set to send shivers down your spine. This pulse-pounding film is scheduled to make its debut December 8th, on Netflix. “Blood Vessel” unfolds against a gripping narrative of oil bunkering, pirates and smuggling. The trailer weaves a tale of intrigue, uncovering secrets and delving into the depths of the love, loss and death, all while delivering a visual spectacle that hopefully will leave an indelible mark on its viewers. The film boasts of a…
The S16 Film Festival descends upon the vibrant city of Lagos from December 7th to 10th, promising four days of reel magic, entertainment, and a celebration of the art of storytelling through the lens of the 16mm film. While there isn’t much details out there about the festival, the official poster was dropped on X. The S16 Film Festival currently in its third season. The festival kicks off on December 7th and will run till the 10th of December, details of the venue along with the programme for the whole festival are still yet to be seen, however, you can…
Season 2 of the RHOL has been nothing short of drama and sightseeing as the ladies ended up in the palace of the Ooni of Ife. However, an experience that started with a showcase of the cultural beauty of Ile-Ife soon turned into a brawl between Toyin Lawani and Mariam Timmer. Toyin, a royal with ties to Ekiti State, led the ladies on a cultural experience to Yoruba’s ancestral home, Ile-Ife. Her grandmother was the Adele Oba of Ikole Ekiti (Regent), so she wanted her friends to experience Yoruba royalty. The ladies experienced the ancestral Yorubaland with all the pomp…
I watched ‘The Black Book’ and ‘Ijogbon’ but before then, Emem Isong along with Ebony Life had pulled off projects for the Akwa Ibom and Cross Rivers State government respectively that were meant to aid the States as it relates to Tourism and Cultural development. Now, watching these 2 movies recently, seeing how Editi made use of Kaduna State and then Kunle making use of Oyo State, I feel like the Federal and State Ministries of Tourism and Culture or is it the other way around, are sitting on a goldmine as it relates to the use of film in…
Mercy Aigbe actress, filmmaker, and producer has dropped the trailer for her upcoming movie “Ada Omo Daddy.” The film according to the actress aims to unify the Igbo and Yoruba cultures, while also advising us to embrace our diversity, forgive one another and avoid harbouring resentment”. The star-studded cast which has a mix of old and new acts, sees the return of veteran Charles Okafor’s comeback into the game. Other cast members in the movie include – Mercy Aigbe, Taiwo Adeyemi, Sola Sobowale, Omowunmi Dada, Dele Odule, Tomi Ojo, Fred Amata, Carol King, Tayo Faniran, Charles Okafor, Chiwetalu Agu, Mariam…
The animation series Kizazi Moto: Generation Fire based on supernatural beings like Moremi will screen in Nigeria in December. The series, which has Kehinde Bankole voicing the iconic female warrior Moremi, was announced by its creator and director Shofola Coker on Instagram. According to the post, Moremi will make its first Nigerian appearance at the Zuma festival in Abuja on December 4, 2023 with a question and answer session with Coker. Following that, an episode of the series will premiere at Filmhouse Landmark Cinemas, Lagos on December 6, 2023. Its theatrical release is in collaboration with the African International Film…
The Cinema Exhibitors Association of Nigeria has releases the top gross movies in the cinemas and Xplore is happy to see that 3 of those movies are our very own! According to the weekly report by the Cinema Exhibitors Association of Nigeria (CEAN), the Egun gained a seven-day gross of ₦9.1 million naira between November 17 and 23, 2023. Making its debut on November 17, Egun finished its first week at the box office in the third spot on the charts behind Hollywood productions, The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes and The Marvels. Following Egun closely on the chart is Adire as the second most-watched Nollywood…
Director: Adeniyi Jospeh Writer: Lani Aisida Cast: Frank Donga, Femi Adebayo, Mercy Aigbe, Mide Funmi Martins, Debby Felix, and Liz Da Silva Year: 2023 Streaming On: Netflix I approached the Netflix series “Ololade” with expectations, especially as it had the backing of the TNC platform that brought us engaging content over the years. However, after watching its first season, I would rather reflect on what could have been done better and hopefully, these aspects are considered for season 2. One of the pitfalls of “Ololade” lies in its inconsistency in pacing. While the premise suggests mystery and the consequences of…
In the ever-evolving landscape of entertainment, the film industry stands at the forefront of technological innovation. From the Lumière Brothers’ first motion picture to the digital revolution, cinema has consistently embraced cutting-edge technologies. In recent years, a new wave of innovations has begun to reshape the way we experience movies, promising an immersive and interactive future for moviegoers. This feature explores the exciting realm of emerging technologies in cinema and how they are transforming the way we watch and engage with films. Virtual Reality (VR) and Augmented Reality (AR): Immersive Cinematic Experiences Virtual Reality and Augmented Reality have transcended the…
The eighth episode of The Real Housewives of Lagos gave us a play date, a fight and some fun! This episode finally saw the Mariam Vs Chioma beef from previous episodes boil over during a book reading organised by Tania. Here’s a detailed breakdown of all the spicy details that unfolded. Iyabo made a grand re-entrance after being MIA for the past two episodes. Treated to a rejuvenating spa date by Mariam, they had a catch-up session and discussed Mariam’s claim that Iyabo and Chioma are fake for being friends with Laura, especially after the way they treated Laura last…