Netflix’s latest movie from Nigeria is titled The Black Book, and it stars Richard Mofe-Damijo, Ade Laoye, and Sam Dede, among others. When a simple pastor’s son is killed by corrupt cops, the sermon-delivering kind man must seek justice his way after the usual ways of police and the law fail. Offering a view into the corruption and heinous mentality of the ones in power in Nigeria, the movie features sufficient action sequences to keep the audience entertained. Here’s a detailed review of Editi Effiong’s The Black Book.
What Happens In The Movie?
In the bustling city of Lagos, Nigeria, a van is caught in traffic, and the crying baby inside is being shushed by the nanny. Suddenly, multiple armed thugs surround the vehicle and threaten to set the car on fire until the man comes outside. The thugs nab the man, as well as the baby,...
What Happens In The Movie?
In the bustling city of Lagos, Nigeria, a van is caught in traffic, and the crying baby inside is being shushed by the nanny. Suddenly, multiple armed thugs surround the vehicle and threaten to set the car on fire until the man comes outside. The thugs nab the man, as well as the baby,...
- 9/22/2023
- by Indrayudh Talukdar
- Film Fugitives
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The already vibrant Nigerian movie industry is getting a further boost with the launch of a new production company and, with it, a new 3 million film fund.
Labari Africa Productions has been launched by director Femi D. Ogunsanwo and financial sector execs Tunde Leye and Adedayo Amzat, the three having previously partnered on Nollywood romantic comedy Finding Hubby and its sequel Finding Hubby 2, both directed by Ogunsanwo.
The banner’s 3 million fund is aimed at a slate of Nollywood features while also supporting local filmmakers to develop and produce new films, providing mentorship and on-set training opportunity for emerging talent and supporting distribution and marketing efforts. Labari Africa claims that it’s the first in a series of funds to be raised in the coming years.
“We are excited to launch this new film fund and support a new wave of Nollywood filmmakers...
The already vibrant Nigerian movie industry is getting a further boost with the launch of a new production company and, with it, a new 3 million film fund.
Labari Africa Productions has been launched by director Femi D. Ogunsanwo and financial sector execs Tunde Leye and Adedayo Amzat, the three having previously partnered on Nollywood romantic comedy Finding Hubby and its sequel Finding Hubby 2, both directed by Ogunsanwo.
The banner’s 3 million fund is aimed at a slate of Nollywood features while also supporting local filmmakers to develop and produce new films, providing mentorship and on-set training opportunity for emerging talent and supporting distribution and marketing efforts. Labari Africa claims that it’s the first in a series of funds to be raised in the coming years.
“We are excited to launch this new film fund and support a new wave of Nollywood filmmakers...
- 12/14/2022
- by Alex Ritman
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Netflix chief content officer Ted Sarandos and a team of high-level executives have spent the week crisscrossing the African continent, wooing local creators and touting plans to thrust the continent center-stage as the streaming giant’s first African original series, “Queen Sono,” drops worldwide on Friday.
Sarandos took the mic at a splashy event in Lagos Tuesday night, where the crowd was serenaded by traditional drums before the Netflix topper affirmed the streamer’s commitment to bringing African stories to a global audience.
“I’ve learned so much in the very short time we’ve been here…(and) I’ve just been thrilled to be surrounded by some of the most creative and successful creators in the world here in Nigeria, telling your stories to the world,” he said. “And that’s the thing that’s most exciting about…what we’re doing in Africa, and what we’re doing in Nigeria.
Sarandos took the mic at a splashy event in Lagos Tuesday night, where the crowd was serenaded by traditional drums before the Netflix topper affirmed the streamer’s commitment to bringing African stories to a global audience.
“I’ve learned so much in the very short time we’ve been here…(and) I’ve just been thrilled to be surrounded by some of the most creative and successful creators in the world here in Nigeria, telling your stories to the world,” he said. “And that’s the thing that’s most exciting about…what we’re doing in Africa, and what we’re doing in Nigeria.
- 2/28/2020
- by Christopher Vourlias
- Variety Film + TV
Netflix has unveiled its first Nigerian original – a drama from Vaya director Akin Omotoso.
The streamer has ordered an as-yet-untitled six-part series that will be directed by Akin, Daniel Oriahi and Cj Obasi.
Starring Kate Henshaw and Ade Laoye, the series is set in contemporary Nigeria and shot in Lagos. It tells the story of Kemi, a goddess reincarnated as a human to avenge her sister’s death. But first, she must learn how to use and harness her superpowers to defeat her enemies and save her family from destruction.
It is produced by Rififi Pictures, producers of Tell Me Sweet Something and Material.
Netflix’s Chief Content Officer Ted Sarandos said, “Movies like King of Boys, Merry Men and The Bling Lagosian have shown how much our members love Nigerian movies. So, we’re incredibly excited to be investing in Made in Nigeria stories – bringing them to audiences all around the world.
The streamer has ordered an as-yet-untitled six-part series that will be directed by Akin, Daniel Oriahi and Cj Obasi.
Starring Kate Henshaw and Ade Laoye, the series is set in contemporary Nigeria and shot in Lagos. It tells the story of Kemi, a goddess reincarnated as a human to avenge her sister’s death. But first, she must learn how to use and harness her superpowers to defeat her enemies and save her family from destruction.
It is produced by Rififi Pictures, producers of Tell Me Sweet Something and Material.
Netflix’s Chief Content Officer Ted Sarandos said, “Movies like King of Boys, Merry Men and The Bling Lagosian have shown how much our members love Nigerian movies. So, we’re incredibly excited to be investing in Made in Nigeria stories – bringing them to audiences all around the world.
- 2/27/2020
- by Peter White
- Deadline Film + TV
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