As cinema, Agesinkole: King of Thieves 2 is an uneven but often engaging historical epic whose political allegory ultimately proves stronger than its storytelling discipline. As an intervention in how Nigerian films might find their audiences, however, it may prove genuinely transformative
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The glittering ceremony that celebrated African storytelling excellence took place in Nigeria’s commercial hub Saturday…
The performances range from captivating to theatrical. Femi Adebayo delivers a decent performance as the troubled King Adedunjoye. He captures the essence of a king who is both regal, relatable, and vulnerable, torn between his duties and his heart. Chioma Akpotha, as Queen Amaka, brings a serene strength to the chaos in her household.
Efa Iwara is set to star in the upcoming film “Finding Me.” This project, produced…
Fictional narratives compel us to suspend disbelief. This willing suspension of disbelief is required as…