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Check Out The List Of The Highest Grossing Movies Of 2018

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2018 was a great year for movie lovers as several astounding record-breakers hit the silver screen. Movies like Black Panther, Avengers: Infinity War and more were on the lips of every movie lover and trended across social media platforms. They also sold out in cinemas across the world.

Needless to say, the battle for the highest grossing movies for the year 2018 was tough.

Below is a list of the 10 movies that earned the most in 2018.

AVENGERS: INFINITY WAR:

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Avengers: Infinity war edged out other movies released in 2018 to become the highest-grossing movie of the year.

The movie, which was the beginning of the culmination of 10 years of MCU storylines, earned $2.05 billion world wide.

BLACK PANTHER:

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Following behind Avengers: Infinity wars is the much talked about Black Panther.

The superhero movie set in a fictional African country named Wakanda was created by Marvel Comics.

Black Panther made $1.35 billion making it the second highest grossing movie of 2018.

JURASSIC WORLD: FALLEN KINGDOM :

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Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom, which is the sequel to 2015’s original Jurassic World film, made a massive $1.30 billion worldwide.

INCREDIBLES 2 ($1.24 BILLION):

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Pixar’s beloved superhero comedy The Incredibles had a sequel released in 2018 after a nearly 15-year wait.

Incredibles 2 outperformed expectations to earn $1,24 billion worldwide, vastly outdoing The Incredibles which had a total gross of $633 million.

VENOM:

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A solo Venom movie that wasn’t in anyway connected to Spiderman had people in doubt as to its level of success but Venom blew past the record for biggest October opening of all time.

The film directed by Ruben Fleischer and starring Tom Hardy made well over $855 million worldwide,

MISSION: IMPOSSIBLE – FALLOUT:

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The Mission: Impossible franchise has always been known to record success and Mission: Impossible – Fallout was no different.

Tom Cruise’s insane stunts propelled the movie to box office heights and it earned $791 million in 2018.

AQUAMAN:

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Warner Bros. and DC Films’ Aquaman, was one of the biggest box office surprises of 2018. Viewers have showered the movie with praise, quickly rocketing it up to nearly $748.8 million worldwide. Some projections have Aquaman reaching the $1 billion mark before leaving theaters.

DEADPOOL 2:

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In 2016, the original Deadpool film was tremendously successful and it’s sequal did just as well at the box office. Deadpool 2 made $735.6 million worldwide.

BOHEMIAN RHAPSODY:

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Bohemian Rhapsody, which is a biopic of Queen and its iconic frontman Freddie Mercury, delighted audiences worldwide. The movie was greatly criticized for changing around some key events in the band’s history and Mercury’s personal life, but moviegoears loved it.

Bohemian Rhapsody made $702.5 million and stands above all prior music biopics when it comes to total gross.

FANTASTIC BEASTS: THE CRIMES OF GRINDELWALD:

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Fantastic Beats 2, a Harry Potter franchise film, had unfavourable reviews but that didn’t stop fans from trooping to theatres to watch it.

The Crimes of Grindelwald has earned over $627.5 million worldwide, even in spite of the ogoing issues surrounding actor Johnny Depp.

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AFRIFF 2024: Check Out The Complete List Of Winners

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November 15, 2024

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The 2024 AFRIFF celebrated exceptional African cinema through a vibrant week-long showcase of talent, creativity, and storytelling excellence.

Filmmakers, actors, and cinema enthusiasts gathered from across the continent to participate in screenings, masterclasses, and engaging panel discussions at the 2024 AFRIFF.

This 13th edition of AFRIFF demonstrated unprecedented diversity in African storytelling, featuring compelling narratives that captivated audiences through multiple genres and languages.

In the 2024 AFRIFF, carefully curated selections sparked meaningful conversations about contemporary African experiences while highlighting the continent’s rich cultural heritage.

Also, at the 2024 AFRIFF Globe Awards ceremony, outstanding films earned recognition for their artistic merit, technical excellence, and powerful storytelling.

These winning productions represented various African perspectives, from intimate personal narratives to broader social commentaries.

Let’s explore the complete list of winners who made their mark at this prestigious celebration of African cinema.

Jury Awards

Jury Prize: Freedom Way | Directed by Afolabi Olalekan | Nigeria
Jury Special Mention: Memories of Love Returned | Directed by Ntare Guma Mbaho Mwine | Uganda

Feature Prizes

Best Feature Film: Phoenix Fury | Directed by Ifeoma N. Chukwuogo | Ghana, Nigeria
Best International Film: Calladita (The Quiet Maid) | Directed by Miguel Faus | Spain
Best Director: Ifeoma N. Chukwuogo for Phoenix Fury
Special Mention: A Ghetto Love Story | Directed by Daniel Oriahi | Nigeria
Best Male Performance: Alexander Hakim in The Dog
Best Female Performance: Uzoamaka Onuoha in Agemo
Best Screenplay: Bode Asiyanbi for The Man Died

Documentary Prizes

Best Documentary: Mother City | Directed by Miki Redelinghuys | Brazil, South Africa
Best International Documentary: Memories of Love Returned | Directed by Ntare Guma Mbaho Mwine
Special Mention: Dan Bature Kudawa | Directed by Charles Solomon | Nigeria
Best Documentary Short: From God to Man | Directed by Lansana Mansaray | Sierra Leone

Short Film Prizes

Best Animation: Hadu | Directed by Damilola Solesi | Nigeria
Special Mention: Leon and the Professor | Directed by Chekwube Okonkwo | Nigeria
Best Short: Adunni | Directed by Tola Falonipe | Nigeria
Best International Short: Cookie Box | Directed by Adam Żurawiecki | Ghana, Malta
Best Student Short: Last Minute | Directed by Nicole E. Emechebe | Nigeria
Special Mention: Flawed Cupid | Directed by Emerald Obahiagbon, Feyisayo Rotimi | Nigeria

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Enioluwa Replies X User Questioning The Use Of Same Actors In Nollywood

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November 12, 2024

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Nollywood actor and social media personality Enioluwa explained why the Nigerian film industry uses the ‘same faces’ in movies.

It all began on November 11, 2024, when an X user reacted to actress Jemima Osunde‘s post on X regarding the new YouTube film Fame and Fury.

The user said, “I’m sincerely tired of seeing the same faces in this damn industry.”

I’m sincerely tired of seeing the same faces in this damn industry https://t.co/L2rKSIGIz6

— salamalekun bitches (@95andbeyond) November 11, 2024

Osunde did not take her comment lightly. She retorted, saying, “We’re tired of seeing your face too in your office. Damn! I hope they sack you.”

Enioluwa then took to X to address the notion of Nollywood using familiar faces in films. He stressed that it happens because of finances.

He wrote,

“People often say they’re tired of seeing the same faces in Nigerian films. However, unlike in Hollywood, actors in Nigeria can’t afford to do just one film a year—how much are they paying? The industry currently can’t support as many newcomers as people might expect because, realistically, many of them wouldn’t be able to meet even their basic needs. No one wants to be famous and financially unstable.”

In response, another X user asked him for practical solutions, urging him to suggest actionable steps rather than just highlighting the problems. “You made a crucial point there but you didn’t suggest any solution,” he commented.

Enioluwa then explained,

We don’t have the buying power yet; it’s growing because streaming platforms have come in and people have made more records in the box office. Nevertheless, you can’t equate it to Hollywood, an Avengers that made over $2 billion that can pay its actors millions of dollars and still have enough profit.

People often say they’re tired of seeing the same faces in Nigerian films.

However, unlike in Hollywood, actors in Nigeria can’t afford to do just one film a year— how much are they paying.

The industry currently can’t support as many newcomers as people might expect because,…

— Eni Adeoluwa (@Enioluwa_) November 11, 2024

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John Njamah Says Actors Should Be Cast Based On Talent Not Instagram Followers

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November 12, 2024

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Nollywood filmmaker John Njamah recently voiced his concern about the prevailing casting practices in the industry. He argued that casting decisions should prioritize an actor’s talent over their physical appearance or social media popularity.

In an exclusive interview, Njamah, a Nollywood veteran, gave insightful commentary on the current state and future trajectory of Nigerian cinema.

Known for his role as Rabiu in the popular TV soap opera “Fuji House of Commotion,” Njamah has also graced the screens of numerous television shows.

Interestingly, the shows he has featured in include “Tinsel,” “Living In Lagos,” “Solitaire,” “Casino,” “Emerald,” “Tide,” and “My Flatmates.”

During the interview, Njamah talked about his filmmaking journey. He emphasized his unwavering passion for the industry and his aspirations for its continued development.

“What is fuelling me is beyond passion. There’s that knack and need to grow with every month, whatever year. There’s that need to.do something different. This industry of ours is for you to do whatever you want to do and not join the bandwagon. So for me, it’s the originality in me and the need to do something right that is fuelling me Basically, it’s the ever-creative venture in me,” he said.

Njamah discussed how African stories are evolving. Furthermore, he emphasized that positive and negative changes have happened over the years.

“There’s a positive aspect and there’s a negative aspect. There’s a technical input. We’re telling our stories better technically. We’re telling better and bigger stories. The negative is that we are beginning to lose our originality. We are beginning to join the bandwagon to tell what is peculiar to other people and not to us. We are beginning to lose a bit of our identity cos there’s no longer us,” he said.

What’s more, Njamah spoke about casting in the industry. He pointed out differences between the industry during his time and the current climate, especially with casting.

“Fuji House was a one-camera shoot with hungry and passionate people. Now we have people who cast people who are beautiful and with Barbie bodies and followership and not necessarily for your talents. Some of us try to be that original because that’s where better stories are told. You want to tell stories with passionate people. Whether you like it or not, it’s a long shot but it’s possible. You want to give the actors that are worthy of the job and not the ones that are based on Instagram followers. We borrow from society and give back to society by way of entertainment and pedagogical values.”

Further, he criticized the lack of professional work ethic among filmmakers in Nollywood. He highlighted the absence of a robust system to evaluate the performance and accountability of producers within the industry.

“Professionalism is lacking. Respect for those in charge, humility and the like is lacking today. The industry lacks checks and balances. Every Tom, Dck and Harry can wake up and call themselves a producer and just get on board and be doing stuff without being checked and of course, the guild system is not working so they can’t check. There are no criteria for who should become a producer. The system is also not working. Let’s just be mindful as producers, directors and actors,” he added.

In conclusion, John Njamah acknowledged the unique character of Nollywood. Meanwhile, he proposed the creation of a domestic platform to market and distribute Nigerian films. Consequently, this would reduce reliance on foreign streaming services.

“That thing that they don’t like about us is what makes us, us. I am tired of people saying they don’t want to come into the country for coproduction cos we’re that and that and why are we relying on the likes of the streamers? Why can’t we do something that is for us by us so that they will come to us and ask for these things? We are solely depending on them to licence our movies, for survival. Speaking of coproduction, if you tell me you don’t want to come into the country for any reason, I’ll tell you you’re wrong, cos there are amazing producers here that you’ve seen their work. All you need to do is come to them and agree on modalities.”

Watch the interview with John Njamah below.