Tag: Shaffy Bello

Beyond Algorithms, Filters and Facades in Kayode Kasum’s “Reel Love” – Michael Kolawole

Though the film’s narrative is engaging, the performances are a mixed bag. Timini’s Tomiwa delivers a decent performance, convincingly portraying a man torn between image and authenticity. The girlfriend Imani, though not the focus of the plot, lacks depth and is reduced to a stereotypical role — the ambitious partner who prioritizes success over emotions. The standout, however, is the family-oriented Rachel. Omosuku brings warmth, humour, and raw emotion to her role

What we said about Tems’ Grammy winner – “Love Me Jeje”

Her winning song is a remake of Seye Sodimu’s classic song which famously featured and introduced the world to Nollywood actress, Shaffy Bello, who played his love interest in the video of the song. While the internet is bugging out following Tems’ failure to mention Sodinmu in her acceptance speech at the Grammys, we present excerpts of TLR’s reviews of the album and our thoughts on the song:

Suspicion Review: Tosin Igho’s Supernatural Thriller Is Ambitious in Scope  – Joseph Jonathan

Fight scenes are never easy to film and Nollywood films have been criticised for opting for karate style fight unlike the Nigerian equivalent which involves a lot of grabbing and throwing, which is why it’s called “gidigbo” (Yoruba traditional wrestling). Suspicion also toes this path, but it executes these scenes well as the fight sequences are well choreographed — just what you’d expect from an action film