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Esther Kalu

Staff Writer

STORIES BY Esther Kalu

Possible Love chronicles the intertwined lives of a laid-off worker and his wife, a documentary maker and her affluent husband. The film marks the first film directed by Lee Chang-dong in eight years.

“Possible Love” Wins Grand Jury Prize at the Venice Film Festival

Following the recently held Venice International Film Festival, Possible Love, the latest film directed by Lee Chang-dong has won the Silver Lion Grand Jury Prize.

BY Esther Kalu

Kunle Afolayan recent position of YouTube distribution in Nollywood speaks to the age-long distribution in the industry with filmmakers constantly seeking sustainable platforms to thrive beyond their passion for the art.

Why Nigerian Filmmakers Rush to YouTube — Kunle Afolayan

Nigerian filmmaker and director, Kunle Afolayan has shared his opinion on Nollywood’s distribution challenge, arguing that YouTube’s attraction is tied to Nigeria current exchange rate.

BY Esther Kalu

One Woman Bra cinema release in September comes after its notable festival run across the 82nd Venice International Film Festival, Tribeca Festival, Durban International Film Festival and the BFI London Film Festival. It stars Sarah Karei, Amos Leuka, Davina Leonard.

Nigeria Producer, Josh Olaoluwa Set For Cinema Debut with “One Woman Bra”

One Woman Bra is set for September 11 release, marking the cinema debut for Nigerian producer Josh Olaoluwa and feature directorial debut for Kenyan director, Vincho Nchogu.

BY Esther Kalu

Mike Afolarin and Genoveva Umeh lead Tele x Zikora, a campus rom-com about two young people whose lives collide at a university in Lagos.

“Tele x Zikora” Trailer Drops Ahead of October 23 Debut

The official trailer for Tele x Zikora, a campus rom-com starring Mike Afolarin and Genoveva Umeh, is out ahead of its October 23 cinema debut.

BY Esther Kalu

Sharp Guy stars Chidimma Chukwuma, Korede Lawal, Amah ThankGod and Grace Okonkwo in a emotional story chronicles the trauma of sexual abuse. The short film has screened at festivals and communities including Blue Unicorn Film Festival (BUFF), and Saving Cinema.

Jimeto Onyedika on Directing “Sharp Guy” and Telling a Woman’s Story

In this exclusive interview with The Nollywood Reporter (TNR), writer-director Jimeto Onyedika opens up about his short film Sharp Guy and the essence of telling a woman’s story about consent, trauma and betrayal.

BY Esther Kalu

Funke Akindele, Bisola Aiyeola, Nosa Rex (Baba Rex), Omowunmi Dada, Blossom Chukwujekwu and Ejiro Onojaife star in Where Is Mr Right? Rooted in Nigerian cultural beliefs about women and marriage, the film explores love, infidelity, conspiracy and the desperation of longing for love.

“Where Is Mr Right?” Is a Mixed Bag of Confusion and Comedy

Where Is Mr Right?, directed by Tunde Olaoye, addresses the age-long notion that marriage, whether subtly or loudly, remains a cultural yardstick used to define the social acceptability and respect accorded to women in Africa.

BY Esther Kalu

Invitation to Kill examines what it means to lose everything one has worked for and also underscores the difficult choice to start again when such a loss happens.

Kalu Ikeagwu Leads ‘Invitation to Kill’ for September 11 Cinema Debut

Invitation to Kill stars Kalu Ikeagwu as lead for a psychological thriller that explores Love, trust, betrayal, and desperation. It is set for September 11 debut.

BY Esther Kalu

Tyler Perry’s Why Did I Get Married Again? features a new cast addition with Taraji P. Henson. The third film in the popular franchise promises old and new dramas central to the film's interrogation of why the four couples got married.

Tyler Perry’s “Why Did I Get Married Again?” Premieres September 9

As the third in Tyler Perry’s Why Did I Get Married? franchise, Why Did I Get Married Again? will reunite the famous couples on September 9.

BY Esther Kalu

To Adaego With Love marks Nwamaka Chikezie’s directorial feature debut produced by Brenda Ogbukaa-Garuba. The historical drama is a worthy reference to conversations around the post-civil war, tribal and cultural tensions among Nigerians with its exploration of a forbidden romance.

Nwamaka Chikezie on Bringing 1975 to Life in “To Adaego With Love”

In this exclusive interview with The Nollywood Reporter (TNR), Nwamaka Chikezie, the director of To Adaego With Love, reflects on winning Best Feature Film Director, and Best First-Time Director, her passion for culturally rooted stories and finding her place in Nollywood.

BY Esther Kalu

‘Tunji Enahoro is not only a visual Storyteller, Director and Filmmaker. He shapes brands and culture through his Zethos Media. The director was one of the participants for the British Council Film Lab 2.0 as a producer. He is known for directing television commercials and documentaries for the Gates Foundation across Kenya and Nigeria, and for Girl Effect.

Tunji Enahoro on Love, Compromise and Finding Yourself in “The Dance”

Nigerian writer and Filmmaker, ‘Tunji Enahoro speaks to The Nollywood Reporter (TNR) about his upcoming short film The Dance, starring Sharon Rotimi.

BY Esther Kalu

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