Movie Review: ‘Spinal Tap II: The End Continues’
Opening in theaters September 12 is ‘Spinal Tap II: The End Continues,’ directed by Rob Reiner and starring Christopher Guest, Michael McKean, Harry Shearer, Rob Reiner, Kerry Godliman, Chris Addison, Elton John, and Paul McCartney. Opening in theaters September 12...
TV Review: ‘Only Murders in the Building’ Season 5
Launching on Hulu on September 9th with the first three episodes (seven more debut once weekly), ‘Only Murders in the Building’ returns for a fifth season of mysterious death, quirky characters and, this time at least, the intersection of old mob ways with New York’s...
TV Review: ‘The Paper’
Arriving on Peacock on September 4th with all 10 episodes of its first season is ‘The Paper’, which represents the latest mockumentary co-created by Greg Daniels, who brought us the American version of ‘The Office’. Arriving on Peacock on September 4th with all 10...
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Echoes of silence
“Silent Echoes” is a 2024 Nollywood psychological thriller helmed by Fola Alabi, renowned for his brilliance in piecing together suspense-filled thought-provoking features. The film details the horrific and disturbing experiences of a lady who begins receiving cryptic phone calls concerning a buried past.
A trip to city
“A Trip to Remember” is a new Nollywood major movie out in theaters at the beginning of 2024, directed by the award-winning Nigerian classic director Nneka Obinna. The film unwinds in the dynamics and complexities of a single but amazing family who embarked on a cross-country trip, only to realize that such a venture might ultimately reconnect them. The story elaborates on the Akinleye family, which embarks on a trip from Nigeria to reunite despite their estranged relationships.
Water and garri
“Water and Garri” is a project by the Nigerian-American artist Santi that was released on the 27th of September 2021. This EP was a fusion between afrobeat and afro-pop, with alternate indie music that carried a new perspective toward the modern African sound. The project, entitled “Water and Garri,” is inspired by the simplest meal one will find in a Nigerian household, composed of just garri—cassava flour—and water, which symbolizes simplicity and authenticity.
Movie Review: ‘Cuckoo’
Opening in theaters on August 9th is ‘Cuckoo,’ directed by Tilman Singer and starring Hunter Schafer, Dan Stevens, Jessica Henwick, Mila Lieu, Jan Bluthardt, and Marton Csokas.Related Article: Director Tilman Singer Talks 'Cuckoo' and Working with Hunter...
Trap (2024)
“Trap” is a 2024 American psychological thriller film written, produced, and directed by M. Night Shyamalan. The movie stars Josh Hartnett, Ariel Donoghue, Saleka Night Shyamalan, Hayley Mills, and Alison Pill. It deals with a serial killer named Cooper Adams, who takes his daughter Riley to a concert while covertly evading a police manhunt. It premiered in New York City on July 24, 2024, and was then released nationwide by Warner Bros. Pictures on August 2, 2024. The film has grossed $25.3 million worldwide and holds mixed reviews from critics.
Cuckoo (2024)
Cuckoo” is a 2024 horror-thriller science fiction film written and directed by Tilman Singer. It stars Hunter Schafer, Dan Stevens, Marton Csokas, Jessica Henwick, and Jan Bluthardt, centering on teenager Gretchen, who moves with her family to a Bavarian Alps resort town following her mother’s death. The family relocates to help build a new hotel run by Herr König, who will soon involve them in sinister machinations.
Oppenheimer
Oppenheimer is a biographical drama by Christopher Nolan that gives insight into the life of J. Robert Oppenheimer, an American physicist central to the development of the first nuclear weapons during World War II. The film details convoluted political, scientific, and moral dilemmas circling Oppenheimer, most notably his leadership of the Manhattan Project that produced the atomic bomb.
House of Ga’a
“House of Ga’a,” directed by Bolanle Austen-Peters, is a historical drama set in the 18th-century Oyo Empire, a prominent Yoruba monarchy in what is now southwest Nigeria. The film centers on Bashorun Ga’a, a feared and influential political leader who uses his military prowess and spiritual knowledge to rise to power as a kingmaker. The story begins with Ga’a’s victory over Nupe invaders, earning him respect and influence within the Oyo Empire. However, his increasing authority brings him into conflict with the reigning Alaafin (king).
Alien: Romulus
The new Alien installment, Alien: Romulus, from the direction of Fede Álvarez, sets aside the sci-fi horror tradition that defines the series. Since this film has not been released, I will give a hypothetical act structure about what is known and recognizable series features.
Borderlands(2024)
The sci-fi action-adventure movie “Borderlands” is based on the popular video game franchise of the same name. The storyline is based on the chaotic planet Pandora, where these treasure seekers, known as Vault Hunters, eventually get their hands on hidden alien technologies. The story, in essence, underlines a group of misfit Vault Hunters coming together to thwart an evil corporation from exploiting the treasures on the planet Pandora. Among them are Roland (Kevin Hart), an ex-soldier, and Lilith (Cate Blanchett), a powerful Siren with magical powers. On the way, they run into all forms of strange individuals, deadly beasts, and heavy battles.