Film Akinola Davies Jr. on “My Father’s Shadow,” Nigerian History, and Telling Stories That Don’t Explain Themselves Akinola Davies Jr. sits down with The Nollywood Reporter to discuss his debut feature, why he leaves things unsaid, what children notice that adults miss, and how he makes a film that sits with grief rather than rushing past it. BY Ikenna Churchill
Film “Son of the Soil” Is Nollywood’s Latest Action Gamble A review of the new Nollywood action film starring Razaaq Adoti. It has the moves but misses the heart. Streaming on Netflix now. BY Ikenna Churchill
Film Kunle Afolayan’s “Aníkúlápó: The Ghoul Awakens” Bites Off More Than It Can Chew A critical review of Aníkúlápó: The Ghoul Awakens, examining Kunle Afolayan’s response to criticism, the series’ ambition, narrative sprawl, and why its expansion weakens the emotional restraint that made the original Aníkúlápó resonate. BY Ikenna Churchill
Film “To Adaego With Love” and the Quiet Work of Remembering Nigeria A reported exclusive on To Adaego With Love, examining how the film uses post-civil war Nigeria, music, and intimate storytelling to explore love, memory, and reconciliation through the voices of its director, writer, and cast. BY Ikenna Churchill
Film “The Covenant” Is Carried by Performances More Than Plot An honest review of Dimeji Ajibola’s The Covenant series, highlighting its narrative strengths and weaknesses, character performances, and ensemble cast, with context on its ongoing renewal for Season 2. BY Ikenna Churchill
Film Donald Tombia Steps Into the Spotlight in “Òdè! There Is No Bus Stop” Discover how Donald Tombia makes a striking debut in “Òdè! There Is No Bus Stop,” bringing fresh energy and depth to the film. Explore his breakout performance and the story behind this compelling Nollywood project. BY Ikenna Churchill
Column Nollywood’s Evolution: What We Lost, What We Gained From humble beginnings to global acclaim, Nollywood’s evolution is a story of bold growth and creative triumph. Discover the gains, the shifts, and the vibrant future of African cinema. BY Ikenna Churchill
Film Top 10 Nigerian Films of 2025 That Defined Nollywood Discover the Top 10 Nigerian Films of 2025 that defined Nollywood, from a historic Cannes debut to bold thrillers and intimate dramas shaping Nigeria’s global film moment. BY Ikenna Churchill
Film William Benson on His Craft and the Quiet Power of Character Acting Explore William Benson’s dedication to craft and the quiet power of character acting, revealing how authenticity and artistry define his legacy in film and theater. BY Ikenna Churchill
Film Olamide Àdìó and Victor Daniel’s “Mother” Holds a Mirror to Grief’s Extremes Olamide Àdìó and Victor Daniel’s gripping drama Mother explores the raw extremes of grief, blending emotional depth with powerful storytelling. Discover how this compelling film holds a mirror to loss, healing, and the human condition in one of the year’s most resonant cinematic journeys. BY Ikenna Churchill
