The post Movie review: Aburo is a film with potential but marred by disjointed subplots appeared first on Kemi Filani News. Directed by Yemi Filmboy Morafa, Aburo attempts to weave a poignant story of mentorship, redemption, aspiration and complex relationships. It’s about a former sportsman, Mide, seeking to divert a young street thief named Aburo (Maleek Sanni) from petty crime to the discipline of athletics. On what I think about the movie, I’ll start with the [...] The post Movie review: Aburo is a film with potential but marred by disjointed subplots appeared first on Kemi Filani News ..read more

The post Toyin Abraham battles Funke Akindele for Queen of Box Office, to release ‘Alakada: Bad and Boujee’ against ‘Everybody Loves Jenifa’ in December appeared first on Kemi Filani News. Nollywood actresses, Funke Akindele and Toyin Abraham, are set to battle to be the Queen of Box Office come December 2024. This was as they announced the release of the latest instalment of their comedy franchises. A few days ago, Funke Akindele announced December for the premiere of Everybody Loves Jenifa. The actress, however, didn’t [...] The post Toyin Abraham battles Funke Akindele for Queen of Box Offi ..read more

The post Toyin Abraham picks December for premiere of Alakada: Bad and Boujee appeared first on Kemi Filani News. Nollywood actress Toyin Abraham has announced that her latest work, Alakada: Bad and Boujee, will be in cinemas this December. Alakada: Bad and Boujee will be the fifth in the comedy franchise from the actress that started with Alakada in 2009, Alakada 2 in 2013, Alakada Reloaded in 2017, and Fate of Alakada: The Party [...] The post Toyin Abraham picks December for premiere of Alakada: Bad and Boujee appeared first on Kemi Filani News ..read more

The post Nollywood movie ‘The Weekend’ selected for 2024 Tribeca Film Festival appeared first on Kemi Filani News. Nollywood movie The Weekend has been included as an Official Selection of the 2024 Tribeca Festival taking place from June 5 to June 16, 2024, in New York The cast includes Bucci Franklin, Uzoamaka Aninuoh, Keppy Ekpenyong-Bassey, Gloria Anozie-Young, James Gardiner, Meg Otanwa and Brutus Richard, amongst others. Written by Egbemawei Dimiyei Sammy, Vanessa Kanu [...] The post Nollywood movie ‘The Weekend’ selected for 2024 Tribeca Film Festival appeared first on Kemi Filani News ..read more

The post Funke Akindele announces new film ‘Everybody Loves Jenifa’ appeared first on Kemi Filani News. Actress and movie producer, Funke Akindele, has announced her new film, Everybody Loves Jenifa, set for release this December. The actress, however, failed to give more info about the movie, especially if it will be in cinemas first or on streaming platforms. Everybody Loves Jenifa may not be unconnected to the comedy franchise Jenifa, which [...] The post Funke Akindele announces new film ‘Everybody Loves Jenifa’ appeared first on Kemi Filani News ..read more

The post Five movies to make waves in cinemas, streaming platforms this May appeared first on Kemi Filani News. Movie lovers are in for a trill this May due to the lineup of awesome films awaiting them. In this write-up, we look at five of the most anticipated movies that will grace cinemas and streaming platforms in the month. First on the list is… 1. ỤNO In a much-awaited follow-up to his debut film, [...] The post Five movies to make waves in cinemas, streaming platforms this May appeared first on Kemi Filani News ..read more

The post Movie review: Blacksmith (Alagbede) is a stereotypical Nollywood story but funny with good acting appeared first on Kemi Filani News. Blacksmith (Alagbede) is a Yoruba movie you will enjoy even though it might not have any hook on you afterwards. The movie, currently showing in cinemas, is a mix of romance, comedy and drama. Directed by Usman ‘Blackky’ Ogunlade and produced by Motunrayo Adeoye and Jaiye Kuti, the film is packed with good acting and [...] The post Movie review: Blacksmith (Alagbede) is a stereotypical Nollywood story but funny with good acting appeared first on Kemi Fi ..read more

The post Movie review: ‘Casa De Novia’ will help you while away time with laughter appeared first on Kemi Filani News. Anthill Studios has been a pioneer in Nollywood, consistently pushing boundaries with each release. ‘Casa De Novia’ continues this trend, incorporating high-quality visual effects (VFX) and computer-generated imagery (CGI) to enhance the viewing experience. While not reaching the same heights as previous Anthill Studio productions like ‘House Of Secrets,’ the film still offers an enjoyable [...] The post Movie review: ‘Casa De Novia’ will help you while away time with laughter ..read more

The post ODYSSEY documentary to show Yoruba music’s global dominance, its 100 years of evolution appeared first on Kemi Filani News. Movie director Abba T. Makama is set to release ODYSSEY, a documentary film that chronicles a hundred years of Yoruba music history, from its emergence as a popular category in the 1930s to its current global domination with today’s Afrobeats. “The documentary will present Yoruba music through its key people, moments, and genres, like Sakara, [...] The post ODYSSEY documentary to show Yoruba music’s global dominance, its 100 years of evolution appeared first on K ..read more

The post Dilli Dark: Indian movie about a Nigerian man to premiere at New York African Film Festival appeared first on Kemi Filani News. A soon-to-be-released movie, Dilli Dark, looks at the forgotten history of Africans in India. The comedy movie is expected to premiere at the 31st New York African Film Festival which will take place from May 8th to 14th. This follows its feature at the First Feature Competition of the 27th Tallinn Black Nights Film Festival. [...] The post Dilli Dark: Indian movie about a Nigerian man to premiere at New York African Film Festival appeared first on Kemi Filan ..read more