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List Of Nigerian Films Of 2017
This is a list of Nigerian films scheduled for theatrical release in 2017. 2017 January–March April–June October–December More * Bariga Sugar * A Hotel Called Memory * Affairs of the Heart * Tiwa's Baggage * Tough Love See also * 2017 in Nigeria *List of Nigerian films References External links2018 filmsat the Internet Movie Database * Nigerian actors biography aUzomedia TV {{DEFAULTSORT:Nigerian Films Of 2017 2017 File:2017 Events Collage V2.png, From top left, clockwise: The War Against ISIS at the Battle of Mosul (2016-2017); aftermath of the Manchester Arena bombing; The Solar eclipse of August 21, 2017 ("Great American Eclipse"); North Korea tests a s ... Lists of 2017 films by country or language Films ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Royal Hibiscus Hotel
''The Royal Hibiscus Hotel'' is a 2017 Nigerian comedy film directed by Ishaya Bako. It was screened in the Contemporary World Cinema section at the 2017 Toronto International Film Festival. Cast * Zainab Balogun as Ope * Kenneth Okolie as Deji * Deyemi Okanlawon as Martin * Joke Silva as Augustina * Olu Jacobs as Richard * Jide Kosoko as Chief Segun Adeniyi * Racheal Oniga as Rose Adeniyi * Kemi Lala Akindoju as Chika * Ini Dima-Okojie as Joyce Critical reception Upon the premiere of ''The Royal Hibiscus Hotel'' at the 2017 Toronto International Film Festival, review aggregating website CREETIQ rated the film 5.3/10 citing mixed reviews from 2 critics. Courtney Small of Cinema Axis opined that "Though ''The Royal Hibiscus Hotel'' will no doubt find an audience with die-hard rom-com fans, those looking for a more well-rounded experience will be somewhat disappointed" while Chelsea Phillips-Carr (Pop Matters) was more receptive of the film further stating that "''The Royal Hibis ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Soubin Shahir
Soubin Shahir (born 12 October 1983) is an Indian actor and director who works in Malayalam cinema. He began his film career as an assistant director in 2003 and worked under several directors. Soubin made his acting debut in 2013 with a supporting role in ''Annayum Rasoolum''. He made his directorial debut with the drama '' Parava'' (2017). In 2018, he won the Kerala State Film Award for Best Actor for his leading role in '' Sudani from Nigeria'', the film was also a major commercial success. Early life Soubin was born and raised in Fort Kochi, Kerala, India. He has a brother and sister. His father Babu Shahir was an assistant director and production controller who had worked in films such as ''Manichithrathazhu'', '' Godfather'', ''In Harihar Nagar'' among others. Career Soubin started his film career as an assistant director in the industry with Siddique's ''Chronic Bachelor'' (2003). He assisted directors like Fazil, Siddique, Rafi-Mecartin, P. Sukumar, Santhosh Sivan ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Ama Abebrese
Ama K. Abebrese (born 3 May 1980) is a British-Ghanaian actress, television presenter and a producer. She was born in Ghana and raised in West London in the United Kingdom. She won the 2011 Best Actress in a Leading Role at the AMAA Awards for her stellar performance in ''Sinking Sands''. Her film credits includes '' Azali (film)'' which is Ghana first ever selection for the Oscars; and the 2015 Netflix movie ''Beasts of No Nation'' directed by Cary Fukunaga and stars Idris Elba. She plays the mother to lead young actor Abraham Attah who plays Agu. Abebrese is listed among Africa's Top 20 Actors and Actresses by FilmContacts.com. She is the narrator and a producer on the Blitz Bazawule film The Burial of Kojo which was acquired by Array and was released on Netflix. She is an accomplished television presenter with over two decades of experience. Ama K started her TV presenting career in her teens at YCTV in London. She has presented on BBC2, OBE TV, Viasat 1, TV3, Ebonylife ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Chris Okagbue
Chris Okagbue (born Okechukwu Christopher Ofala Okechukwu Okagbue, 23 June 1987) is a Nigerian model, actor, movie producer , and reality television star. He was the winner of the '' Gulder Ultimate Search'' season 8 reality show. He is of the Igbo tribe and is the son of the former Obi of Onitsha. Background and education Okagbue is from Onitsha in Anambra state. He is a twin. He was born into the royal family of the former Obi of Onitsha, the late H.R.H. Obi Ofala Okechukwu Okagbue and Ogechukwu Clara Okagbue, on 23 June 1987. His parents have six children, namely his elder sister Sandra Okagbue who is a former model and beauty queen, his twin brother Christian, and three younger sisters, Jane, Christabel and Bella. He has a degree in sociology from the University of Lagos. Career His first venture into show business was as a model in 2004, when he appeared in commercials for brands like Cadbury Plc, MTN, Nigerian Breweries, Coca-Cola and Airtel at age 17. He moved in ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Victor Olaotan
Victor Olaotan (17 February 1952 – 26 August 2021) was a Nigerian actor best known in his leading role of the soap opera ''Tinsel''. Early life and education He was born in Lagos, Nigeria, in 1952. He studied at the University of Ibadan, Obafemi Awolowo University , and Rockets University, United States. Career He began his career as an actor when he joined the University of Ibadan theatre group, where he met other artists, such as Professor Wole Soyinka and Jimi Solanke among others. He became an actor at the age of 15 years through a teacher who was a member of the Ori Olokun Theatre group in the early 70s, prior to the death of his father. After his father died, he traveled to the United States in 1978 but returned to Nigeria in 2002 to continue his career in acting. He became more popular in 2013 after his leading role in the Nigerian soap opera ''Tinsel'' which began airing in August 2008. The veteran actor was involved in a motor accident in October 2016 and suffered ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Liz Benson
Elizabeth 'Liz' Benson (born 5 April 1966) is a Nigerian actress,television personality and philanthropist. Early life and education Liz was born in Etinan, Akwa Ibom State in southern Nigeria. She attended Sylvania State College in the United States of America, where she got a degree in Dramatic Arts. Benson began acting when she was 5 years old. Career Early success and quitting the film industry She featured in Fortunes, a television soap opera in 1993. Benson played the part of Mrs. Agnes Johnson in the soap, which ran for about two years on NTA Network. In 1994, her role in '' Glamour Girls'', a successful home video film that focused on the theme of prostitution, cemented her status as a film actress. Benson suddenly quit acting in 1996. Return to Nollywood Since returning to Nollywood, it was disclosed that she is a born-again Christian and now preaches the gospel on fulltime-basis. In an interview, she explained that she would only act in films that she believed w ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Lotanna
''Lotanna'' is a 2017 Nigerian crime drama film, directed by Toka McBaror. The film stars Chris Okagbue as the title character. The film had its worldwide release on 8 April 2017 at Eko Hotel and Suites, Lagos, Nigeria. The original soundtrack for the film was done by Naeto C and Praiz, and was well received by film critics as a high-point in the film. Cast *Liz Benson as Efya *Jide Kosoko as Benson *Ama Abebrese as Zara *Victor Olaotan as Manny *Victor Decker as Don Clef *Bimbo Manuel as Faraday Ojukwu *Chris Okagbue as Lotanna *Chris Attoh as Kojo *Meg Otanwa as Mama Clara Plot Reception Isaballa Akinseye for Vanguard, praised the soundtrack, photography and costume but felt the story, directing, acting, editing and special effects were below par. It got a 58% rating from Nollywood Reinvented, who gave a general consensus that "On a very plain level, ''Lotanna'' is a good movie but for what it could have been, it never truly achieves this". It was recommended as one o ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Romantic Drama Film
Romance films or movies involve romantic love stories recorded in visual media for broadcast in theatres or on television that focus on passion (emotion), passion, emotion, and the affectionate romantic involvement of the main characters. Typically their journey through dating, courtship or marriage, marriage is featured. These films make the search for romantic love the main plot focus. Occasionally, romance lovers face obstacles such as finances, physical illness, various forms of discrimination, psychological restraints or family resistance. As in all quite strong, deep and close romantic relationships, the tensions of day-to-day life, temptations (of infidelity), and differences in compatibility enter into the plots of romantic films. Romantic films often explore the essential themes of love at first sight young and mature love, unrequited love, obsession, sentimental love, Spirituality, spiritual love, forbidden love, platonic love, sexual and passionate love, sacrificial ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Kunle Remi
Kunle Remi, birth name Oyekunle Opeyemi Oluwaremi (born 18 October 1988) is a Nigerian actor, producer, filmmaker, content creator, host, motivational speaker, entrepreneur, and model. He has appeared in '' Falling'', ''Family Forever'', ''Tinsel'', and '' Aníkúlápó'' He won the 7th edition of Gulder Ultimate Search in 2010. While studying at the New York Film Academy, he was simultaneously hosting an Internet TV Channel, Celebville 360. As a successful venture, he made an appearance at the Academy Awards nomination event in Beverly Hills, his first significant hosting appearance. By 2012, he was already cast in his first movie ''Heavy Beauty'' produced by Grace Edwin Okon and directed by Stanlee Ohikhuare. Though he graduated in 2014, he returned and studied filmmaking and directing, which he graduated from in 2015. Early life and education The Nollywood actor was born in Benue State on 18 October 1988. His family relocated to Ibadan when he was a child. His parents r ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Bolaji Ogunmola
Bolaji Ogunmola is a Nigerian actress. Personal life and education Ogunmola had her primary education at Philomena Nursery and Primary School in Ebute Metta, before going to Ibadan for her secondary school. She studied business management and entrepreneurship at the National Open University of Nigeria. Ogunmola is also an alumna of the University of Ilorin. She trained professionally as an actor at the Royal Arts Academy. Speaking to ''Vanguard'' on her relationship status, Ogunmola said, "I am single but not searching. I am independent and working hard to make money." She also said that money was a core ingredient in a successful relationship. In a 2016 interview, she said that even though she is more attracted to light-skinned men, she does not encourage bleaching of any form. Career Ogunmola was a participant in the 2013 ''Next Movie Star'' reality show. Her role in ''Okon goes to School'' has been cited as the first film in which she appeared professionally. On being g ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Biodun Stephen
Biodun Stephen is a Nigerian film director, writer and producer, specializing in romantic drama and comedy films. She has been noted for getting inspiration for the title of her films, from the main character names as depicted in the film with '' Tiwa's Baggage'', '' Ovy's Voice'', '' Ehi's Bitters'' and '' Sobi's Mystic'' as notable examples. Personal life and education Biodun Stephen is married. She is an alumna of Obafemi Awolowo University, where she studied philosophy. After-which, she underwent practical film production training at London Film Academy. Career Biodun Stephen began her film-making career in 2014 with the release of '' The Visit''. The film was praised for its minimal yet insightful cast, story and originality. It received two nominations at the 2016 Africa Magic Viewers Choice Awards in Lagos. During an interview with Tribune on various facets of her career, she recalled that acting was her "first love", but didn't have a breakthrough in it hence her de ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
