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Rok Studios
Rok Studios is a Nigerian film production company. Its production studios is based in Anthony Village, Lagos. The company was founded in August 2013 by Mary Remmy Njoku. In addition to its numerous films, Rok Studios has produced over 12 TV series. Notable productions from Rok Studios include: '' Hazeezat'' (2014), ''Thy Will Be Done'', ''Festac Town'',–TV Series (2014), and ''A Northern Affair'' (2014) (all of which were produced by Mary Njoku). Mary Njoku launched ROK on Sky, a network airing across the UK at the Nigerian High Commission in the UK in 2016. In July 2019, ROK was acquired by Canal+ Group Canals or artificial waterways are waterways or engineered channels built for drainage management (e.g. flood control and irrigation) or for conveyancing water transport vehicles (e.g. water taxi). They carry free, calm surface flow und .... Mary Njoku stays on as director general of ROK under the Canal+ acquisition. On 23 November 2022, ROK United Kingdom launche ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Lagos
Lagos (Nigerian English: ; ) is the largest city in Nigeria and the List of cities in Africa by population, second most populous city in Africa, with a population of 15.4 million as of 2015 within the city proper. Lagos was the national capital of Nigeria until December 1991 following the Government of Nigeria, government's decision to move their capital to Abuja in the center of the country. The Lagos metropolitan area has a total Population and housing censuses by country, population of roughly 23.5 million as of 2018, making it List of urban areas in Africa by population, the largest metropolitan area in Africa. Lagos is a major African financial center and is the economic hub of Lagos State and Nigeria at large. The city has been described as the cultural, financial, and entertainment capital of Africa, and is a significant influence on commerce, entertainment, technology, education, politics, tourism, art, and fashion. Lagos is also among the top ten of the world's fast ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Mary Njoku
Mary Remmy Njoku (born 20 March 1985) is a Nigerian actress, producer, content creator and founder of the ROK TV Channels and CEO of ROK Studios, which she founded in 2013. With a catalogue of over three thousand (3000) hours of original content produced, that includes movies and TV series, ROK has in a short span become a leading producer of family friendly content and entertainment. Njoku has overseen the growth of the brand ROK with its first channel, ROK on Sky launched in 2016 in the UK. She subsequently launched ROK on DSTV, a network airing across Africa, in the same year. In April 2018, Njoku launched two new Pan-African channels, ROK2 and ROK3, as well as ROKGH for Ghanaian viewers. In 2019, French TV giant Canal+ acquired ROK Studios from iROKO Partners in what was reported to be the biggest media acquisition in Sub-Saharan Africa at the time. In keeping Njoku on as Managing Director, Canal+ Chief Content Officer Fabrice Faux was quoted as saying “We will provi ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Hazeezat
''Hazeezat'' is a 2014 Nigerian drama film directed by Kabat Esosa Egbon, starring Mike Ezuruonye, Mary Njoku, Segun Arinze and Alex Ekubo. It was released in December 2014 on Irokotv website. Plot The film starts with Hazeezat (Mary Njoku) leaving the hospital unhurt to the residence of her former love interest, Roberto (Mike Ezuruonye). Roberto happily accommodated her, to the distaste of his friend and house owner, Osita (Alex Ekubo). Osita and Hazeezat do not have a smooth relationship while at the university. Hazeezat's friend, Tamara (Mary Lazarus) visits her in front of Osita's home at the request of Hazeezat, and she began questioning her PIMP on the location of Alhaji (Segun Arinze), explaining that she had an unfinished business with him. It was revealed that Alhaji and Hazeezat has a fling that resulted to a pregnancy and he wanted the child aborted. Roberto expresses his renewed interest in Hazeezat, who declined on the premise that he isn't financially capable of tak ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Thy Will Be Done (film)
''Thy Will Be Done'' is a 2015 Nigerian drama film, written by Tobe Osigwe, produced by Mary Njoku, co-produced and directed by Obi Emelonye. It stars Ramsey Nouah, Mercy Johnson, Jide Kosoko, Mary Njoku and Enyinna Nwigwe. Plot ''Thy Will Be Done'' is the story of Pius (Ramsey Nouah), a happily married pastor in charge of a large church in Lagos, Nigeria. But when his first wife (Mary Njoku) that he buried 7 years ago suddenly shows up, his world is thrown into turmoil. His present wife (Mercy Johnson) tries to fight her corner but Pius has a choice to make…between his calling and his wives; between old sins and new loyalties; between taking firm action and surrendering to God's will. Weakened by guilt and overwhelmed by sensational revelations, nothing would have prepared Pius for how rapidly things would descend into violent chaos…for hell hath no fury as a woman scorned. Cast *Ramsey Nouah as Pius *Mercy Johnson as *Mary Njoku as *Enyinna Nwigwe as *Jide Kosoko as *TT ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
A Northern Affair
''A Northern Affair'' is a 2014 Ghanaian-Nigerian romantic drama film directed by Leila Djansi, and starring John Dumelo, Joselyn Dumas & Kofi Adjorlolo. It won the Africa Movie Academy Award for Best Production Design at the 10th Africa Movie Academy Awards. Plot The romantic relationship between nurse Esaba Jomo (Joselyn Dumas) and Dr Manuel Quagraine (John Dumelo), who work together in a clinic in a remote fishing village, is threatened when their secrets are revealed. Cast *John Dumelo as ''Manuel Quagraine'' *Joselyn Dumas as ''Esaba Jomo'' * Kofi Adjorlolo *Jon Germain *Randall Obeng Sakyi * Eddie Coffie *Ben Torto * Beverly Afaglo *Irene Asante *Maame Dufie Boateng *Gifty Temeng * Edith Nuong Faalong Reception Nollywood Reinvented Nollywood Reinvented, also known simply as NR, is a website launched in 2011 and dedicated primarily to film reviews. It also provides information about films, actors, producers and other film people. It is one of the first review platfor ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Groupe Canal+
Groupe Canal+ is a French mass media company. It is owned and controlled by Vivendi and has a film library in excess of 5,000 films. Vivendi has sold some parts of Canal+ to private investors which are still using the name of Canal+. It is headquartered in Issy-les-Moulineaux, in the suburbs of Paris. The ''Wall Street Journal'' described Canal+ as "the French film industry's biggest financial backer, beloved by French cineastes". It is a major source of finance for domestic film production, participating in the financing of the vast majority of films produced in France. It also has its own subsidiary companies with direct involvement in film production. StudioCanal, one of those subsidiaries, announced in 2011 that it would now spend €200 million a year on movie production, establishing its position as "the first port of call outside the U.S. for intelligent upmarket movies" such as ''Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy'' which is fully financed by the studio. Corporate divisions * ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Hollywood Reporter
''The Hollywood Reporter'' (''THR'') is an American digital and print magazine which focuses on the Cinema of the United States, Hollywood film industry, film, television, and entertainment industries. It was founded in 1930 as a daily trade paper, and in 2010 switched to a weekly Wide-format printer, large-format print magazine with a revamped website. As of 2020, the day-to-day operations of the company are handled by Penske Media Corporation through a joint venture with Eldridge Industries. History Early years; 1930–1987 ''The Hollywood Reporter'' was founded in 1930 by William R. Wilkerson, William R. "Billy" Wilkerson (1890–1962) as Hollywood's first daily entertainment trade newspaper. The first edition appeared on September 3, 1930, and featured Wilkerson's front-page "Tradeviews" column, which became influential. The newspaper appeared Monday-to-Saturday for the first 10 years, except for a brief period, then Monday-to-Friday from 1940. Wilkerson used caustic articles ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Finding Mercy
''Finding Mercy'' is a 2013 Nigerian drama film produced and directed by Desmond Elliot, and starring Rita Dominic, Blossom Chukwujekwu, Uti Nwachukwu and Chioma Chukwuka. Cast *Rita Dominic *Uti Nwachukwu * Chioma Chukwuka-Akpotha *Blossom Chukwujekwu *Tamara Eteimo *Desmond Elliot *Biola Williams *Dabota Lawson *Faith bungie Reception Nollywood Reinvented gave it a 56% rating, commending its production and directing. The reviewer found the film interesting in spite of the film's focus on the problems of daily living. Efe Doghudje of 360Nobs gave it a rating of 5 out of 10 stars. She criticized the inadequate costuming that meant that in spite of a strong cast, the characters were not very believable. See also * List of Nigerian films of 2013 This is a list of Nigerian films released in 2013. Films See also *List of Nigerian films References External links2013 filmsat the Internet Movie Database {{DEFAULTSORT:Nigerian Films Of 2013 2013 File:2013 Events Coll ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Somewhere In Africa
''Somewhere in Africa: The Cries of humanity'' is a 2011 Ghanaian Nigerian drama film directed by Frank Rajah Arase, starring Majid Michel, Martha Ankomah and Kofi Adjorlolo. It received 7 nominations at the 9th Africa Movie Academy Awards including categories: Best Actor in a Leading Role, Achievement in Soundtrack, Achievement in Visual effects and Achievement in Make-Up. Majid Michel was the recipient of the film's only award. Cast *Majid Michel as General Yusuf Mombasa *Majid Michel as Frank Leuma, Reverend Francis Jackson * Martha Ankomah as Nivera *Eddie Nartey as Pascal * Kofi Adjorlolo as General Olemba * Roselyn Ngissah as Captain Rajile * David Dontoh as President Gabiza Reception Nollywood Reinvented Nollywood Reinvented, also known simply as NR, is a website launched in 2011 and dedicated primarily to film reviews. It also provides information about films, actors, producers and other film people. It is one of the first review platforms ded ... gave it a 43% r ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Forgetting June
''Forgetting June'' is a 2013 Nigerian romantic drama film directed by Ikechukwu Onyeka, starring Majid Michel, Beverly Naya, and Mbong Amata. Cast *Majid Michel - Eddie *Beverly Naya - Tobi *Mbong Amata - June *Blossom Chuks Chukwujekwu - George *Ben Touitou - Tony *Abiola Segun-Williams - Mrs Gracia Plot Eddie (Majid Michel) and June (Mbong Amata) share what seem to be the perfect marriage. Eddie began to lose control of his life when June had a fatal accident on a trip out of town. Eddie's junior brother Tony (Ben Touitou) appealed to June's best friend, Tobi (Beverly Naya) to help Eddie recover from the emotional breakdown from the death of his wife. Tobi eventually persuaded Eddie to join her dance group which eventually led to an emotional connection between them. Several months had gone by and, Eddie and Tobi finally decided to get married despite the reservation of Tobi about their union. It's about 2 years since June was involved in the accident and Tobi is now pregnant ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
List Of Nigerian Films Of 2015 ...
This is a list of Nigerian films scheduled for theatrical release in 2015. 2015 January–March April–June July–September October–December Unknown release dates *'' '76'' *''Heaven's Hell'' *''93 Days'' *'' Code of Silence (2015 film)'' *''Dangerous Twins'' See also * 2015 in Nigeria *List of Nigerian films References External links2015 filmsat the Internet Movie Database {{DEFAULTSORT:Nigerian Films Of 2015 2015 Lists of 2015 films by country or language Films A film also called a movie, motion picture, moving picture, picture, photoplay or (slang) flick is a work of visual art that simulates experiences and otherwise communicates ideas, stories, perceptions, feelings, beauty, or atmosphere ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Poisoned Bait
''Poisoned Bait'' is a Ghanaian drama television series which debuted on IROKOtv on February 14, 2015, and Africa Magic in 2015. The 30 minute series is directed by Leila Djansi and produced by Turning Point Media and licensed to IROKOtv. It stars Gideon Okeke, Marie Humber, Mary Remmy Njoku, Adjetey Anang, John Dumelo, Ama K. Abebrese and Edward Agyekum Kufuor. The show centers around Ariel, a struggling literary manager, her best friend, Betty and Ariel's first love, Bernard, her ex who arrives into Ghana from Egypt on the day of her wedding sending her once peaceful life out of control. Main cast * Marie Humber as Ariel Morrisson, a literary manager, whose life begins to take twists and turns when her first love, Bernand shows up on her wedding day as she is about to wed her decent boyfriend. Ariel's husband is Brother Henry, but, Bernand intends on tearing them apart. * Mary Remmy Njoku as Betty, Ariel's best friend and only client whose book on marriage creates a juxtaposi ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
