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How Nigerian Athlete, Moe Sasegbon Landed A Role In ‘Wonder Woman’

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7 years ago

January 15, 2018

How Nigerian Athlete, Moe Sasegbon Landed A Role In ‘Wonder Woman’

The first acclaimed film in the DC cinematic universe, Wonder Woman was easily the biggest surprise of 2017. One of the best things about the superhero flick was how it completely averted the male gaze and portrayed its women — mostly badass Amazons — as wholly strong and capable.

What’s even cooler? One of the movie’s badass Amazons was played by Nigerian heptathlete and physiotherapist, Moe Sasegbon — who also briefly reprised her role in the Justice League movie.

About three years ago, Sasegbon — who impressively started her career in athletics when she was just nine years old — made her first competitive debut for Nigeria at the 11th All African Games in Brazzaville, Republic of the Congo.

Speaking with us about how she got the part in Wonder Woman, Sasegbon said:

“I did an audition. There were first of all scouting for just tall athletic looking women, so I went for the audition.

I had to do three different auditions, where I had to do different fight scenes. I was with the sword and a shield, and I got called back and got the part.”

About the experience of working on the film, Sasegbon continued:

“I can say it’s one of the most amazing things I have done till date. I was involved for about six months, that included training, like in the gym, and a bit of stunt training as well.

So they were trying to create Amazon warriors, so we had to look the part and train the part. We had to be strong enough to look like Amazonian warriors.”

While Sasegbon said her focus is currently on athletics, she can see herself going for an action role sometime in the future — preferably in a Nollywood movie. “If Nollywood ventures into superhero and action movies, I think that would be really fun to do”, she concluded.

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Nollywood Filmmaker, Jade Osiberu Teases Film Project, “Half Of Me”

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November 5, 2024

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Nollywood director Jade Osiberu announces her latest film project, “Half Of Me.” The talented filmmaker shares exciting details about the upcoming production in an official statement on October 30, 2024.

She confirms active work on this new creative venture, adding to her impressive portfolio of Nigerian cinema.

“We shot something special. So so proud of the entire team that worked on this, the performances, cinematography, production design, directing, the story! Prepare for a feast! Super proud of Director @orobosa_ikp DP @lucas_gram01 & Line Producer @iamizuoba,” the post said.

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Jade Osiberu returns to filmmaking after taking a deliberate one-year break. She explains her time away from directing, revealing that she dedicated this period to preparing a special Christmas film. The director uses this time to craft and develop her festive project meticulously.

“If you’ve followed me for a while, you’ll know that when I’m quiet, it means I’m cooking and food is done. I have some exciting news. We made the most beautiful, heartwarming, Christmas film ever and it’s coming to Prime Video this December,” she said.

Osiberu announced her collaboration with an impressive cast for the film. Specifically, she brings together renowned actors and celebrated Afrobeats stars for this project. Additionally, the director expresses her deep gratitude for the opportunity to work with such talented performers.

“It was such an honour to work with some actors who I admired for years and some of the biggest names in Afrobeats cos what’s a detty December film without Afrobeats,” she added.

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Osiberu establishes herself as a prominent filmmaker in the Nigerian film industry through successful crime thrillers like “Gangs of Lagos” and “Brotherhood.”

Interestingly, she casts Martha Ehinome, Nancy Isime, and Uzor Arukwe in “Half of Me.” However, the director currently keeps additional project details under wraps.

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Showmax To Screen “Princess On A Hill” At AFRIFF 2024

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November 5, 2024

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In celebration of African storytelling, Showmax announces that its upcoming Nigerian Original drama, Princess on a Hill, will screen at the 13th edition of the Africa International Film Festival (AFRIFF) on Thursday, November 7, 2024.

Furthermore, the TV series brings a captivating story of ambition and corporate power struggles to the festival on its screening date.

Additionally, MultiChoice, Showmax’s parent company, will host a panel session titled “Crafting Local Content for Global Success,” which explores how African narratives can reach global audiences.

In this limited series, co-creators Abiola Sobo and Tolu Ajayi tell the story of Zara (Onyinye Odokoro), a young executive who enters a high-stakes corporate environment after winning a reality show.

Subsequently, she faces off against the fierce CEO, Moyosore Lawson (Bimbo Manuel). As a result, Zara must adapt to her new reality in the complex and cutthroat world of high-stakes business, where power struggles and ruthless competition dominate.

Moreover, the series showcases the complexities of power and ambition while demonstrating Showmax’s commitment to authentic African storytelling.

Meanwhile, MultiChoice will present an exclusive session at this year’s festival, focusing on “Crafting Local Content for Global Success.”

During this session, key industry players and stakeholders will lead discussions on Thursday morning, November 7, 2024. First, they will highlight local content’s importance in global entertainment.

Then, they will explore strategies to produce TV content that connects with diverse global audiences.

Above all, MultiChoice and Showmax actively support AFRIFF’s mission to elevate African filmmakers and create a global platform for African stories.

Finally, viewers can watch Princess on a Hill when it premieres on Showmax on Thursday, November 7, 2024.

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Diana Childs Ajayi’s Upcoming Film, “143” To Hit Cinemas This November

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November 5, 2024

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Filmmaker Diana Childs recently released the trailer for her upcoming movie “143”, directed by Jide “Jblaze” Onyegbile. The film will premiere in cinemas on November 22, 2024.

Sharing her excitement on Instagram, Childs announced her debut feature film’s journey to the big screen, where audiences will soon get a first look at her work.

With “143”, Childs promises a fresh cinematic experience, showcasing her storytelling skills and vision.

The trailer has already stirred interest among fans, who eagerly await the official release. “143” marks a significant milestone in Childs’ career as she prepares for her cinematic debut.

“Bound by vows, torn apart. Anticipate a story about friendship, last, betrayal and love in #143themovie. #143 coming to cinemas soon,” the post said.

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People know Childs as an accomplished actress, writer, and producer. She created memorable performances in “Dinner is Served”, “Flaws”, and “The Perfect Man”.

Also, she produced her latest project, “143”, through her production company, DC Productions, while Jide “Jblaze” Onyegbile directed it.

Onyegbile, a seasoned actor and rising director, gained popularity through his role in the epic film “House of Ga’a” and has shown his directing skills in “Bloodhound”.

“143” brings together a talented Nollywood cast, featuring Blessing Nze, Baaj Adebule, Tina Mba, Chy Nwakamma, and Tomi Wategbe. This ensemble promises to deliver captivating performances, adding depth and vibrancy to Childs’ vision.

Both Childs and Onyegbile aim to create a powerful story that resonates with audiences and demonstrates their range of skills in acting, producing, and directing. The film will be a notable addition to Nollywood’s ever-evolving landscape.

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