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3 Films Daniel Ehimen Wants You To Watch
First Published On APRIL 3, 2020 Daniel Ehimen, DP, Director and Colorist, is one of the most exciting filmmakers working in the Nigerian film and television industry today. We get to take a look at his favourite movies and what filmmakers can learn from them Inglorious Basterds Written and directed by Quentin Tarantino, this film…
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Adapt and Overcome: Daniel Ehimen Will Change How You Shoot and Edit Films
First Published On MARCH 23, 2020 In a crowded market of Directors of Photography(DP), Daniel Ehimen stands alone. Daniel Ehimen has lensed some of the most visually stunning commercials and films in the mainstream. These include titles like Countdown, Coming From Insanity, When Love Happens Again and others. His directorial credits include films like Sergeant…
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Taiwo Egunjobi – Creating In Ibadan
First Published On MARCH 6, 2023 The following material is an excerpt from In Ibadan film book, A Guide On Making “In Ibadan ” The book contains essays, stories, frames and the screenplay. Here’s a loose overview of the steps that led to the birth of a miracle: As of 2018, I had directed a…
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Director Debola Ogunshina on Mofe Ni Mofe and Filmmaking in Nigeria
First Published On NOVEMBER 2, 2021 Debola Ogunshina belongs to a growing class of filmmakers looking to rewrite the narrative about Yoruba language films. No more is the quantity-first approach that meant (and still means) little or no regard for scriptwriting, cinematography and performance. These young men and women are out to prove that the…
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Tunde Olaoye’s Advice To Young Filmmakers Looking to Break In.
First Published On OCTOBER 11, 2021 A lot has been said about the difficulty of breaking into the Nigerian Film Industry. Professionals at the gates of entry are always regaling hopefuls with tales of how tough it can get. The popular idea is that it’s a long game and nothing is guaranteed. Go in, have…
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How Ikem Okeke made his Debut Short Film.
First Published On AUGUST 23, 2021 Short films are proven avenues for young filmmakers to experiment and figure out their voice and style. The financial and logistical hindrances commonly associated with the form are intended to bring out the genius in filmmakers, and prepare them for the more regimented culture that comes with bigger projects…
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A Serious Man: For Maria Cinematographer David Wyte shares his story
First Published On JUNE 19, 2022 Released in late 2020, For Maria: Ebun Pataki was met with critical acclaim from all over the world. Special praise was reserved for the handling of its adult themes and the acting performances of lead actors, Gabriel Afolayan and Meg Otanwa. Director Damilola Orimogunje admitted to doubts about how…
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Diji Aderogba and the Beauties of Collaboration
First Published On JUNE 20, 2021 Scooping the NollywoodWeek Prix Du Public (Audience award) at the recently concluded Nollywood festival in Paris, About a Boy is shaping up to be one of the surprises of the year. FilmKaku caught up with director of the moment Diji Aderogba to talk about his big influences and next…
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The Artist With Many Faces :Martin Chukwu
First Published On JUNE 1, 2021 Martin Chukwu calls himself a masquerade. Resident beneath all the layers is a form flexible enough to satisfy diverse artistic needs. There are acting credits, published essays, film reviews, short film directions and an incoming feature. For many, this is confusion and chaos, the proverbial curse of one skilled…
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The Watchlist: Michael Omonua’s favourite films
First Published On MAY 3, 2021 Michael Omonua is a Nigerian film director and writer. He received his BA in Film Production at the University College of the Creative Arts, in Farnham, Surrey, and has since gone on to write and direct short films in both the United Kingdom and Nigeria. He premiered his debut…