Movie Title: Seven Doors Language: Yoruba  Producer: Femi Adebayo Director: Femi Adebayo, Adebayo Tijani and Tope Adebayo  Cast: Chioma Chukwuka, Hafiz Oyetoro, Adebayo ‘Oga Bello’ Salami, Gabriel Afolayan, Jide Kosoko, Dele Odule, Femi Adebayo, Muyiwa Ademola, Kunle Afod, Ganiyu Nafiu, Kolawole Ajeyemi.  Streaming platform: Netflix Release Date: 13 December Femi Adebayo’s “Seven Doors,” a Netflix original released on 13 December, is a perfect example of the adage that “a peaceful…

Are you the kind that explores watching movies? Then, I have got you. This year, I watched quite a handful of non- English foreign movies on Netflix. Some of them blew my mind because of the plot structure and acting prowess of the actors. Some of the movies that are going to be on this list are either German or French. Don’t doubt these folks, they make good movie releases!…

The last episode of the last season was a suspenseful foreshadowing and we can’t wait to see what’s next! Photo Credit: Bleeding cool Since its premiere in 2021, “Squid Game” has reigned as Netflix’s most-watched show, boasting an impressive 2.2 billion hours viewed. This monumental viewership translates to approximately 265 million views, solidifying its position atop Netflix’s all-time top TV chart. Embed: Netflix has released a chilling new trailer for…

2024 was indeed a cultural uplifting moment for Nigerians, especially the Yorubas. Nollywood filmmakers took into consideration making movies that talk about Yoruba culture from our perspective. They dug into history, leaving the stories into consumable visual forms for the audience. And each time you’re watching these movies, it is indeed a head swell moment for you because of its reference to culture. From historical movies to biographical movies of…

Real Warri Pikin likes to slay and her fashion designers over the years have understood this assignment. Most times, her fashion designers are experts in making unique dresses for her. With a fashion reference to the Wicked movie character, Elphaba, Real Warri Pikin dressed in a Medlin boss stone studded gown for the movie premiere. The gown glitters in appreciation to the stones embroidered on it. The green-themed gown glitters…

….Legend says ‘No Black Panther without me’ Hollywood hunk, Denzel Washington has said that he’s not done yet, declaring that before he finally calls it quits, ”I wanna do things I haven’t done.” The renowned actor then talks up some of his ongoing projects, prominent among which is MCU’s Black Panther. In a recent interview with Australia’s Today Show, the two-time Oscar winner shared his carefully curated project slate, including…

Nollywood has been making waves with blockbuster films that showcase the industry’s impressive evolution over the years. Nigerian movie producers have capitalized on December as a prime release month, leveraging the festive season’s heightened audience engagement. Last December, Funke Akindele set a high standard with her extensive public relations (PR) and marketing campaign for A Tribe Called Judah, which was released in cinemas and earned a staggering N1.5 billion at…

“The most effective way to destroy people is to deny and obliterate their own understanding of their history.” — George Orwell Hollywood seems to be delving into African history, making movies about the continent’s past. They feature Black actors and actresses, but many are not truly African themselves. While the cast may include Black actors, they are often not indigenous Africans, who would have a better understanding of the stories…

After watching House of Ga’a a few months ago, I was kind of reluctant to watch Lisabi, The Uprising. Thank goodness, I did, it was indeed a great watch! Ibrahim Chatta has been a recurring actor in Yoruba historical movies and he has been doing well playing his roles. When I saw him in the first scene, I knew the movie had potential to be good. From the first scene,…

Sometime earlier this month, I was trying to pick something to watch on Netflix. I didn’t have anything in mind but the captivating cover of “Kaos” drew me in. Then I watched a bit of the trailer, inquisitive me, I downloaded the whole season straight up. Since Netflix has decided to starve us with Sandman, I was eager to consume something mythological and mystical. The movie was the right pick…

A new star has risen in the world of Yoruba cinema. “Lisabi: The Uprising,” directed by Niyi Akinmolayan, tells the captivating story of Lisabi, the Egba farmer who led a rebellion against the oppressive Oyo Empire in the 18th century. This historical epic is a visual feast, with stunning cinematography, costumes, and set design that transport viewers to ancient Oyo. Lateef Adedimeji delivers a powerful performance as Lisabi, capturing the…