Christmas Season: Nollywood Movies to Watch by Haroon Aremu
Nollywood is swiftly evolving, transforming storytelling and screening dynamics. Over the years, the Nigerian film industry has taken a new direction in delivering stories. Dozens of producers and playwrights have crafted numerous movies, sparking nostalgic debates that serve as motivations for creating well-structured contents, appealing not only to Nigerian but global audiences.
Proudly, Nollywood utilized the Hollywood writers’ strike to gain attention and recognition. Undeniably, films like “Omo Ghetto,” “Battle on Buka Street,” and “A Tribe Called Judah” garner rave reviews, millions of viewers, and box office records.
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Similarly, works by Kunle Afolayan, such as “Citations,” “Swallow,” “Anikulapo,” “Ijogbon,” “King of Thieves,” and “Jagun Jagun” by Femi Adebayo, exemplify Nollywood’s rapid growth, securing its spot as the world’s second-largest film output.
Despite high expectations, especially from the young Nigerian audience, comparisons with Hollywood are inevitable.
Remember, Rome was not built in a day, and the industry, highlighted by creators like Jade Osiberu, Kemi Adetiba, and Biodun Stephen, signals continuous growth.
As they say, there’s always room for improvement. Film lovers should look forward to an enjoyable cinema experience this Christmas with films like Toyin Abraham’s “Malaika,” Funke Akindele’s “A Tribe Called Judah,” and Mercy Aigbe’s “Ada Omo Daddy” among others.
This promises to be a Christmas to remember, and your constructive criticism will further shape the industry to our tastes, earning more global recognition. Eagerly anticipate the unfolding of Nollywood’s vibrant future.
Haroon Aremu is a serving NYSC corps member
