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King of Boys Lead Nominations For Africa Movie Academy Awards 2019 | See Full List

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5 years ago

September 20, 2019

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The highly-anticipated nomination list for the 2019 Africa Movie Academy Awards (AMAA) is here. The 15th edition of the AMAA is scheduled to hold in Lagos on October 26, 2019.

Nigeria scored the most nominations with Adekunle Adejuyigbe‘s film, “The Delivery Boy” scoring 12 nominations while Kemi Adetiba’s “King of Boys” got eight nominations.

Check out the categories and nominees below:

AMAA2019 Award For Best Film by an African-Born Director Living Abroad

1. Julius Amedume – Rattlesnakes
2. Tosin Coker – Lara and the Beats
3. Robert O. Peters – Makeroom

AMAA 2019 Award For Best Diaspora Short Film

1. Bail (United Kingdom)
2. Oath Bound (United Kingdom)
3. Fevah (USA)
4. I Am Superman (Brazil)

AMAA2019 Award For Best Diaspora Documentary
1.Wax Print 1 FABRIC, 4 continent (United Kingdom)
2.The Guardian of No Return (Guadalope)
3. Dare to Dream (USA/Cuba)
4. Drugs as Weapons Against Us (USA)
5. My Friend Fela (Brazil)

AMAA2019 Award For Best Diaspora Narrative Feature

1. Nine Nights (UK)
2. Olympia (USA)
3. Traffik (USA)
4. Hero (Trinidad and Tobago/Canada)
5. Sprinter (Jamaica)

AMAA 2019 Award For Best Achievement in Production Design

1. Redemption (Mozambique)
2. Rafiki (Kenya)
3. Ellen, The Ellen Parkies Stories (South Africa)
4. Urgent (Morocco)
5. Burial of Kojo (Ghana)
6. Sew the Winter to My Skin (South Africa)
7. Mercy of the Jungle (Rwanda)
8. Delivery Boy (Nigeria)

AMAA 2019 Award For Best Achievement in Makeup

1. Makeroom (Nigeria)
2. Gold Statue (Nigeria)
3. Veronica’s Wish (Uganda)
4. Sew the Winter to My Skin (South Africa)
5. Before the Vows (Ghana)
6. Mercy of the Jungle (Rwanda)
7. The Burial of Kojo (Ghana)

AMAA 2019 Award For Best Achievement in Soundtrack

1. Subira (Kenya)
2. Mabata Bata (Mozambique)
3. Farewell Ella Bella (South Africa)
4. Mercy of the Jungle (Rwanda)
5. Sew the Winter to My Skin (South Africa)
6. Lara and the Beats (Nigeria)
7. The Delivery Boy (Nigeria)
8. Redemption (Mozambique)

AMAA 2019 Award For Best Achievement in Visual Effects

1. Makeroom (Nigeria)
2. Sew the Winter to My Skin (South Africa)
3. Knockout Blessing (Nigeria)
4. Mabata Bata (Mozambique)
5. The Delivery Boy (Nigeria)
6. The King of Boys (Nigeria)
7. Burial of Kojo (Ghana)

AMAA 2019 Award For Best Achievement in Sound

1. The Last Victim (South Africa)
2. Sew the Winter to My Skin (South Africa)
3. Makeroom (Nigeria)
4. The Delivery Boy (Nigeria)
5. The Burial of Kojo (Ghana)
6. Urgent (Morocco)
7. Mabata Bata (Mozambique)
8. Redemption (Uganda)

AMAA 2019 Award For Best Achievement in Cinematography

1. Mabata Bata (Mozambique)
2. Sew the Winter to My Skin (South Africa)
3. Mother, I am Suffocating, This Is My Last Film About You (Lesotho)
4. Redemption (Mozambique)
5. Rafiki (Kenya)
6. Delivery Boy (Nigeria)
7. The Burial of Kojo (Ghana)
8. Redemption (Mozambique)

AMAA 2019 Award For Best Achievement in Editing

1. The Delivery Boy (Nigeria)
2. The Burial of Kojo (Ghana)
3. The Last Victim (South Africa)
4. Rafiki (Kenya)
5 The Gold Statute (Nigeria)
6. Diamond in the Sky (Nigeria)
7. Mercy of the Jungle (Rwanda)
8. Sew The Winter To My Skin (South Africa)

AMAA 2019 Award For Best Achievement in Screenplay

1. The Delivery Boy (Nigeria)
2. The Last Victim (South Africa)
3. Rafiki (Kenya)
4. Diamond in the Sky (Nigeria)
5. Gold Statute (Morocco)
6. Lara and the Beats (Nigeria)
7. Redemption (Mozambique)
8. Up North (Nigeria)

AMAA2019 /National Film and Video Censors Board (NFVCB)Award For Best Nigerian Film

1. The Delivery Boy
2. Lara and the Beats
3. Makeroom
4. King of Boys
5. Gold Statute
6. Up North
7. Knockout Blessing

AMAA 2019 Award For Best Young/Promising Actor

1. Youssef Alaoui (Ayoub) URGENT
2. Angel Onyinyechi Unigwe (Adaeze) LIGHT IN THE DARK
3. Cynthia Dankwa (Esi) BURIAL OF KOJO
4. Emilio Bilo (Azarias) Mabata Bata
5. Jamma Ibrahim (Amir) The Delivery Boy
6. Catherine Credo (Neema) Fatuma

AMAA 2019 Award For Best Actor in a Supporting Role

1. Remilekun “Reminisce” Sarafu (Makanaki) – King of Boys
2. Jarrid Geduld 9 (Abie) – Ellen, The Ellen Parkies Story
3. Zolisa Xaluva (Wyatt Earp) – Sew the Winter to my Skin
4. Kanayo O. Kanyayo (Chief Otuekong) – Up North
5. Kobina Amissah-Sam (Kwabina) – The Burial of Kojo
6. Bucci Franklyn (Dagogo) – Knockout Blessing

AMAA 2019 Award For Best Actress in a Supporting Role
1. Eniola Shobayo (Vivian) – Knockout Blessing
2. Linda Ejiofor (Oby) – Knockout Blessing
3. Kandyse McClure (Golden Eyes) – Sew the Winter to My Skin
4. Adesua Etomi (Kemi) – The King of Boys
5. Joke Silva (Mama Jumoke) – Light in the Dark
6. Arlete Bombe (Mia) – Redemption

AMAA 2019 Award For Best Actor in a Leading Role
1. Gabriel Afolayan – Gold Statue
2 Joseph Otsiman (Kojo) – The Burial of Kojo
3 Chinedu Ikedieze (Big Chi) – Lara and the Beats
4 Jimmy Jean Louis (RobertMcQueen) – Rattlesnakes
5. Gil Alexandre (Bruno) – Redemption
6. Marc Zinga – Mercy of the Jungle
7. Ezra Mabengeza (Samson) – Sew The Winter To My Skin
8. Ayoub Bombwe (Mwanyusi) – Fatuma

AMAA 2019 Award For Best Actress in a Leading Role
1 Sheila Munyiva (Ziki) – Rafiki
2. Rita Dominic (Jumoke Arinze) – Light in the Dark
3. Jill Levenberg (Ellen) – The Ellen Parkies Story
4. Beatrice Taisamo (Fatuma) – Fatuma
5. Seyi Shay (Lara) – Lara and the Beats
6. Sola Sobowale (Eniola) – King of Boys
7. Jemima Osunde (Nkem) – The Delivery Boy
8. Samantha Mugatsia (Kena) – Rafiki

AMAA 2019 Award For Best Director-First Feature Film

1. Blitz Bazawule – The Burial of Kojo (Ghana)
2. Adekunle “Nodash” Adejuyigbe – The Delivery Boy (Nigeria)
3. Sippy Chadha – Subira (Tanzania)
4. Nicole Amarteifo – Before the Vows (Ghana)

Photo Credit: @amaawards

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Netflix Struggles In Nigeria With Only About 300k Subscribers – Comedian AY

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December 19, 2024

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Comedian and filmmaker AY Makun has weighed in on the controversy surrounding the alleged decision by Netflix to pause funding for Nigerian original films.

The debate began when filmmaker Kunle Afolayan revealed that Netflix had stopped commissioning Nigerian content. This sparked concerns about the platform’s commitment to the Nigerian market.

During a recent interview with Nollywood on Radio, Makun addressed the issue. He clarified that Netflix is not pulling out of Nigeria.

Instead, he explained that the platform is likely reassessing its approach due to ongoing financial challenges. He emphasised that this does not signal a loss of interest in Nigerian content.

“I recently had a meeting with Netflix, and at no point did they say they were leaving this region,” Makun explained. “During that meeting, we discussed my next project and how they could be involved. I don’t believe they’re leaving Nigeria.”

Makun highlighted that Netflix’s challenges in Nigeria are mainly rooted in financial constraints.

“If you’re running a business in a region and you’re spending much more than you’re earning, you’d need to reconsider your approach. That’s what they’re doing,” he stated.

The comedian explained that Netflix has invested heavily in Nigeria, far surpassing the revenue it has generated in the region.

He emphasised that the platform’s struggles stem largely from the low number of subscriptions and the widespread habit of account sharing, forcing Netflix to reconsider its business model.

“For instance, despite Nigeria’s population of over 200 million people, Netflix has only around 300,000 subscriptions, which indicates a problem that needs fixing,” Makun observed.

Furthermore, he elaborated that a significant number of Nigerians access Netflix by using shared accounts instead of purchasing individual subscriptions. This contributes to the platform’s revenue challenges.

“People often share one subscription with several others, and that’s part of the issue. It’s not just about the filmmakers,” Makun concluded.

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Watch The Trailer For Toyin Abraham’s Upcoming Movie, “Alakada: Bad And Boujee”

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December 16, 2024

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Renowned Nollywood filmmaker and actress Toyin Abraham Ajeyemi has unveiled the official trailer for her highly anticipated December film, “Alakada: Bad and Boujee.”

Leveraging her substantial social media platform, Ajeyemi strategically announced the trailer’s release through her Instagram account.

“From the glamour of social media to real life’s grit! Alakada is about to take the wildest ride of her life!

“Buckle up for the most unpredictable action-comedy of the year!” the post said.

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Toyin Abraham Ajeyemi continues her successful “Alakada” franchise with the upcoming release “Alakada: Bad and Boujee.” Further, this marks the fifth instalment in a series that has captivated Nigerian audiences since its 2009 debut.

Moreover, the franchise has consistently evolved. Previous iterations were in 2013 (“Alakada 2“), 2017 (“Alakada Reloaded“), and 2020 (“Fate of Alakada: The Party Planner“).

Throughout the series, Abraham portrays Yetunde, a young woman from a modest background who compensates for her socioeconomic insecurities by fabricating elaborate stories about her financial and social status.

Additionally, this narrative thread has been a consistent hallmark of the franchise. The movie resonates with audiences through its nuanced exploration of social dynamics.

Directed by Adebayo Tijani, the new film features a stellar ensemble cast including Abraham herself, alongside prominent actors Bukunmi Adeaga-Ilori, Odunlade Adekola, and Bimbo Ademoye.

Furthermore, the production leverages the collective star power of these performers to enhance the film’s appeal.

Abraham’s cinematic journey began in 2003 when she first shared the screen with veteran actress Bukky Wright. Subsequently, she has established herself as a multifaceted talent.

She not only acted in but also directed numerous Nigerian films, including “Ijakumo: The Born Again Stripper,” “The Ghost and the Tout,” and “Prophetess.”

Her exceptional talent has been consistently recognised in the industry. Notably, she was nominated for the African Movie Academy Awards’ Best Supporting Actress for “Esohe” in 2018.

Furthermore, she secured the Best Actress in a Drama award at the Africa Magic Viewers Choice Awards for “Elevator Baby” in 2020 and received a Best Supporting Actress nomination at the Best of Nollywood Awards for “Ebimi ni” in 2013.

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Jade Osiberu’s Latest Feature, “Christmas In Lagos” Premieres In Lagos

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December 16, 2024

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Just when you think Lagos can’t dazzle more, it raises the bar with a red-carpet movie premiere!

Two nights ago, the city’s entertainment elite gathered for the highly anticipated premiere of Christmas in Lagos, the latest cinematic treat by the renowned Jade Osiberu. This wasn’t just another event; it was the event.

The red carpet buzzed with style and elegance. Icons like Shaffy Bello, the suave Richard Mofe-Damijo (RMD), and the radiant Teniola Aladese turned heads with their striking outfits.

Lagos fashion delivered with a flourish—sequins, velvets, tuxedos, and floor-length gowns dominated the scene. Every attendee brought their best to honour Osiberu’s remarkable return to the big screen.

Jade Osiberu, famed for thrillers like Brotherhood and Gangs of Lagos, took a surprising turn with Christmas in Lagos.

Moving away from guns and gang wars, this romantic comedy explores love, family, and life’s emotional complexities. Judging by the premiere’s buzz, Osiberu has once again hit the mark.

Unlike her past adrenaline-fuelled dramas, this film delivers warmth and connection. It’s a festive tale about romance, laughter, and the bittersweet moments that define relationships.

The story captures the heart of the holiday season, offering an uplifting experience that lingers long after the credits roll.

From the first scene, the production quality shines. The visuals burst with holiday cheer, showcasing Lagos in all its festive brilliance.

Every frame reflects meticulous attention to detail, from vibrant sets to authentic costumes. The result? A visual feast that immerses you in the magic of Christmas.

The soundtrack stands out too. It seamlessly blends Afrobeat rhythms with classic holiday melodies, enhancing the film’s emotional beats.

Whether it’s a light-hearted romance or a poignant family moment, the music draws you in, perfectly complementing the story.

The effort behind Christmas in Lagos is undeniable. This isn’t a rushed production; it’s a carefully crafted masterpiece. Osiberu spares no expense in delivering a movie that feels rich, polished, and heartfelt.

Looking for a film to make you laugh, cry, and embrace the spirit of Christmas? Christmas in Lagos is a must-watch.

It’s a beautiful reminder of what the holidays are truly about—love, family, and meaningful connections.

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