The filmmaker behind Green White Green and The Lost Okoroshi is helping turn Surreal16 from an independent film collective into a lasting cultural institution, even as his latest short film takes a quieter approach to storytelling.
BY Ikenna Churchill
The actor’s experience raises a wider industry question: what could Nollywood gain by treating an actor’s ability to speak multiple languages as a professional asset rather than a novelty?
BY Esther Kalu
The Nigerian artist left human rights law to pursue art. Now, his Yoruba-inspired markings help define Idris Elba’s character in Gina Prince-Bythewood’s adaptation of Tomi Adeyemi’s bestselling novel.
BY Ikenna Churchill
Ahead of its AFRIFF screening, the director and producer discuss the creative decisions, production challenges and personal funds behind Melon House’s debut feature.
BY Ikenna Churchill
Onoshenuasi Nwabuikwu
Abioye Damilare Samson
Ikenna Churchill
Jamin Ohwovoriole