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Esther Kalu

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Albrin Junior is a Nigerian author and filmmaker behind From Glasgow Without Love, who explores human experiences at the heart of the story. Beyond the book, he wants the audience to experience the story on screene with immediacy and emotions.

Albrin Junior Explains Film Adaptation of “From Glasgow Without Love”

In this exclusive interview with The Nollywood Reporter (TNR), Albrin Junior, Author of From Glasgow Without Love, opened up on why he chose to adapt his titular story into a short film.

BY Esther Kalu

How To Be A Woman (here) follows six intimate conversations from five women based on their lived experiences about navigating what it means to be a woman in contemporary Nigerian society.

Odafe Umufo Discusses Inspiration Behind “How To Be A Woman (here)”

In a brief exclusive interview, Nigerian filmmaker Odafe Umufo opens up about How To Be a Woman (here), a debut documentary project under the newly founded VibeBox Creative Collective.

BY Esther Kalu

Allison Emmanuel’s The Boy Who Gave explores a story of family, sacrifice and resilience. During its festival circuit, the film made its first appearance at the Africa International Film Festival (AFRIFF).

Allison Emmanuel Reveals Creative Vision for “The Boy Who Gave”

As Allison Precious Emmanuel prepares for the release of The Boy Who Gave under his production company, The MX14, the Nigerian filmmaker spoke with The Nollywood Reporter (TNR) about the film’s creative control, budget and expectations.

BY Esther Kalu

Allison Emmanuel and The Boy Who Gave film poster

Allison Emmanuel Teases Release for “The Boy Who Gave”

Filmmaker Allison Emmanuel teases the official release of his debut feature The Boy Who Gave under his production label MX14 after its AFRIFF premiere.

BY Esther Kalu

Albrin Junior

Albrin Junior Adapts From “Glasgow Without Love” Into Short Film

Albrin Junior, Author of From Glasgow Without Love, has adapted his book into a short film capturing the intricacies of human interaction and experiences.

BY Esther Kalu

As one of the world's most prestigious film festivals, Cannes Film Festival is scheduled to be held from May 12 to May 23, 2026.

Cannes to Unveil 2026 Official Selections in April

Organisers of the Cannes Film Festival will unveil the festival’s official selection list on April 9, 2026.

BY Esther Kalu

Oversabi Aunty, the comedy drama blockbuster produced by Toyin Abraham marks Nollywood’s first directorial debut to hit the one billion mark and also the fourth highest-grossing Nollywood film of all time.

“Oversabi Aunty” Nears End of 11-Week Cinema Run

Toyin Abraham’s blockbuster film Oversabi Aunty is set to end its theatrical run in Nigerian cinemas after 11 weeks since its debut in December 2025.

BY Esther Kalu

Amazing Grace: YorubaWorlds as a documentary stands out at the 34th Annual Pan African Film Festival (PAFF) for celebrating Yoruba culture

“Amazing Grace: YorubaWorlds” Wins Best Feature Documentary at PAFF

Amazing Grace: YorubaWorlds, a documentary film starring Wole Soyinka has won Best Feature Documentary Award at the Pan African Film Festival (PAFF) in Los Angeles, California.

BY Esther Kalu

The African International Short Film Market (AISFM), a marketplace that connects short filmmakers with distributors, is set to launch its inaugural hybrid (physical and virtual) market edition following its all-virtual edition in 2025.

African International Short Film Market to Host First Hybrid Edition in April

The African International Short Film Market (AISFM) is set to host its inaugural hybrid market edition featuring curated screenings of African films, Industry panel sessions, deal rooms, and practical workshops.

BY Esther Kalu

Aba Blues features an ensemble castled by Angel Anosike, Jide Ekene and Ex-BBNaija housemate Prince Nelson. The upcoming film explores themes of love, ambition, social pressure and betrayal.

Jack’enneth Opukeme Releases First Poster for “Aba Blues”

Aba Blues, directed by Jack’enneth Opukeme gets an official poster starring Angel Anosike, Jide Ekene Achufusi and Prince Nelson ahead of its March 20 Debut.

BY Esther Kalu

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