Tag: Netflix
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Glamour as Netflix hosts Nollywood stars at Lights, Camera, Naija!
By Yemisi Suleiman Sunday, August 13, 2023, the stars of Nigeria’s film and TV industry shone brightly, as leading streaming entertainment service Netflix hosted an exclusive ... -
Netflix faces backlash for re-releasing ‘Titanic’ amid tragedy
Streaming giant, Netflix, is facing heavy criticism for its decision to re-release James Cameron’s legendary film ‘Titanic’ just days after a tragic incident involving the sinking ... -
‘Glass Onion’ hits 82m view hours in few days- Netflix
Netflix has revealed that the murder-mystery sequel, ‘Glass Onion’, was streamed in 35 million households during the course of the Christmas holiday. The platform stated that ... -
Ikorodu Bois makes Netflix debut
Social media content creators, popularly known as Ikorodu Bois, recently made their Netflix debut in Kunle Afolayan’s film ‘Anikulapo.’ The film, which is Afolayan’s third Netflix-commissioned project after the release of ‘Swallow’ and Netflix’s first Nigerian Christmas film ‘A Naija Christmas,’ will be released in theatres on September 30th. Fawaz Aina and Maleek Sanni played Babarinsa and Adigun, respectively, in the film. Afolayan, the film’s producer, took to Instagram to share a photo of the boys, announcing that the film will be released in theatres later this month. The online comedy group is also known to recreate and imitate multi-million dollar music videos, Hollywood movie trailers, and ... -
Netflix star, David Arnold has died at age 54
David A. Arnold, a comedian and Netflix star, died at the age of 54, according to his family. The Fuller House writer died from ‘natural causes’ at ... -
Netflix to sponsor West African students in film, television courses
Netflix has asked West and Central African film and television students to apply for its Creative Equity Scholarship Fund (CESF). In a statement on Tuesday, the streaming juggernaut announced the scholarship. In accordance with the statement, chosen candidates would have the chance to study at institutions in a variety of countries, including Nigeria, Ghana, Benin, and Gabon. According to Netflix, the CESF, which was established in 2021, will provide funding to a number of initiatives over the following five years in an effort to create a robust, diversified global pipeline of creatives. The $1 million scholarship initiative, according to the streaming behemoth, is intended to enable aspirant creatives from West and Central African nations in obtaining legal education and training. The scholarship fund will pay for beneficiaries’ tuition, lodging, books, and living expenses at particular partner schools for the 2022 academic ... -
Mo Abudu to oversee directing, producing of short films
With two short films, Nigerian film producer, Mo Abudu will make her directorial debut. The filmmaker officially announced on Monday that she would be helming the short ... -
‘Glamour Girls’ ranks top 5 on Netflix despite bad reviews
Charles Okpaleke’s Nollywood classic remake, Glamour Girls, has been ranked among Flix Patrol’s global top-five streaming on Netflix. Since its debut on June 24, the highly ... -
Filmmaker, Ego Boyo throws subtly jab at producers of ‘Glamour Girls’ remake
Ace actress and filmmaker, Ego Boyo, has clearly taken a swipe at the producers of the remake of 1994 Nollywood blockbuster, Glamour Girls. The movie which premiered ... -
Netflix announces ‘Squid Game’ reality show with $4.56m prize
Joy Onuorah Netflix has announced a reality show based on South Korean survival drama, Squid Game. On Tuesday, Netflix called on viewers to be a part ...