Powered by growing demand for local content and a rapidly expanding theatrical sector, Nigeria is expected to hit box-office highs in 2018, with the industry on track to shatter the record it set last year.
As Africa’s largest economy continues to rebound from recession, bizzers are bullish that steady gains in recent years will continue to push the industry toward new heights. “It’s looking really positive for the prospects for the industry,” said Moses Babatope, group executive director and COO of FilmOne Distribution.
Total B.O. is on track to top 5 billion naira ($13.8 million) for the first time in 2018—a 25% increase from last year’s record-setting haul. While the actual take is still a drop in the ocean by global standards, investors continue to pour money into new theaters, fueling hopes that Nigeria is only beginning to scratch the surface of its exhibition potential.
“The thing that we’ve...
As Africa’s largest economy continues to rebound from recession, bizzers are bullish that steady gains in recent years will continue to push the industry toward new heights. “It’s looking really positive for the prospects for the industry,” said Moses Babatope, group executive director and COO of FilmOne Distribution.
Total B.O. is on track to top 5 billion naira ($13.8 million) for the first time in 2018—a 25% increase from last year’s record-setting haul. While the actual take is still a drop in the ocean by global standards, investors continue to pour money into new theaters, fueling hopes that Nigeria is only beginning to scratch the surface of its exhibition potential.
“The thing that we’ve...
- 11/9/2018
- by Christopher Vourlias
- Variety Film + TV
When an extravagant, exuberant billionaire patriarch drops dead at the dinner table, a mad scramble for his fortune ensues among his extended family, household staff and a few mistresses. EbonyLife, the Nigerian lifestyle TV network and production company, is also hoping to strike gold with “Chief Daddy,” a new ensemble comedy starring some of the most famous actors in Africa’s most populous nation.
Founded by media mogul Mo Abudu, EbonyLife has produced the two top-grossing Nigerian movies of all time. Its new film is slated for a Dec. 14 release and stars veteran thesps Funke Akindele, Kate Henshaw, and Joke Silva, as well as multi-hyphenate entertainer Folarin “Falz” Falana.
“Even we haven’t…done a feature film that has this much star power,” Abudu said.
Abudu became a household name in Nigeria more than a decade ago with her long-running daytime talk show, “Moments With Mo.” Since then, she has...
Founded by media mogul Mo Abudu, EbonyLife has produced the two top-grossing Nigerian movies of all time. Its new film is slated for a Dec. 14 release and stars veteran thesps Funke Akindele, Kate Henshaw, and Joke Silva, as well as multi-hyphenate entertainer Folarin “Falz” Falana.
“Even we haven’t…done a feature film that has this much star power,” Abudu said.
Abudu became a household name in Nigeria more than a decade ago with her long-running daytime talk show, “Moments With Mo.” Since then, she has...
- 11/1/2018
- by Christopher Vourlias
- Variety Film + TV
Event chair and host Barbara Davis announced today that Academy award-winning actor, producer and director Robert De Niro will be honored with the “Brass Ring Award” at The 2018 Carousel of Hope Ball on Saturday, October 6.
The biennial event is dedicated to increasing awareness for diabetes, and raising funds for clinical care and diabetes research at the Barbara Davis Center For Diabetes. Longtime supporter, Robert De Niro, will receive the award at this year’s ball for his humanitarian efforts and continued support of the cause. The “Brass Ring Award” was named after the elusive brass ring that carousel riders would try to catch when the ride first became popular. Now universally recognized as a symbol of achievement, the brass ring represents the ultimate goal of finding a cure for diabetes. “Brass Ring Award” recipients exemplify the dedication and strength that brings the Children’s Diabetes Foundation and the Barbara Davis...
The biennial event is dedicated to increasing awareness for diabetes, and raising funds for clinical care and diabetes research at the Barbara Davis Center For Diabetes. Longtime supporter, Robert De Niro, will receive the award at this year’s ball for his humanitarian efforts and continued support of the cause. The “Brass Ring Award” was named after the elusive brass ring that carousel riders would try to catch when the ride first became popular. Now universally recognized as a symbol of achievement, the brass ring represents the ultimate goal of finding a cure for diabetes. “Brass Ring Award” recipients exemplify the dedication and strength that brings the Children’s Diabetes Foundation and the Barbara Davis...
- 5/21/2018
- Look to the Stars
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