Ballad of a Small Player – The New Netflix Thriller

Netflix is bringing another gripping story to screens with Ballad of a Small Player. Directed by Edward Berger, the film stars Colin Farrell, Tilda Swinton, and Fala Chen. It is based on the acclaimed 2014 novel by Lawrence Osborne. The movie dives into the dazzling yet dangerous world of gambling in Macau, where fortune and […]

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Down Cemetery Road: Emma Thompson Leads Apple TV+ Thriller

Apple TV+ adds another strong thriller to its lineup with Down Cemetery Road. The series stars Emma Thompson and Ruth Wilson in a story filled with secrets, mystery, and unexpected twists. Based on the novel by Mick Herron, this adaptation turns an ordinary English suburb into the center of a dark conspiracy. The show premieres […]

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The Weekend – A Bold Nollywood Thriller Heads to Kava

Get ready for suspense, secrets, and shocking twists. The Weekend, one of Nollywood’s most talked-about thrillers, arrives on Kava this October 23, 2025. Directed by Daniel Oriahi, this gripping story blends love, mystery, and psychological tension into a dark, unforgettable weekend. After a successful cinema run in 2024, the movie finally hits streaming. Fans who […]

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Tessa Thompson to Receive Gotham Spotlight Award for Hedda

Tessa Thompson will receive the Spotlight Tribute at the 35th Annual Gotham Film Awards, recognizing her fearless performance in Hedda, the upcoming Amazon MGM Studios drama. Directed and written by Nia DaCosta, the film showcases Thompson’s bold interpretation of one of dramatic literature’s most complex characters. The ceremony will take place on December 1, 2025, […]

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Finding Optel: A Cape Town Teen’s Search for a Dog Unravels a Family Mystery

South African cinema continues to shine with Finding Optel, a poignant coming-of-age mystery that premiered internationally at the BFI London Film Festival on October 18, 2025. Co-directed by siblings Mikayla Joy Brown and Jesse Brown, the film blends quirky detective storytelling with emotional depth, tackling themes of grief, memory, and resilience.  A Lost Dog, A […]

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Farmer’s Bride: A Haunting Tale of Love, Betrayal, and Consequences

Nigerian cinema continues to push boundaries with Farmer’s Bride, a period drama that blends emotional depth with suspenseful storytelling. Directed by Adebayo Tijani and Jack’enneth Opukeme, the film premiered in cinemas nationwide on September 27, 2024, and is set to stream on Netflix. Plot: A Marriage Bound by Tradition, Torn by Desire Set in the […]

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Creativity Isn’t Enough: Laju Iren and Collette Otusheso Urge Filmmakers to Master the Business of Film

At the Creative Economy Stage of Moonshot by TechCabal, filmmaker and author Laju Iren delivered a powerful message to aspiring creatives: storytelling may change hearts, but it won’t sustain a career unless paired with business acumen. Alongside fellow filmmaker Collette Otusheso, Iren emphasized that understanding the economics of the film industry is just as vital […]

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Glen Powell Gets Stephen King’s Blessing for The Running Man Remake

In Hollywood, landing a major role often involves auditions, callbacks, and studio approvals. But for Glen Powell, the final green light came from none other than Stephen King himself. Paramount Pictures cast Twisters and Hit Man star Glen Powell to lead its upcoming adaptation of The Running Man, directed by Edgar Wright, after Powell impressed […]

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From Waka-Pass to Millionaire: Funke Akindele’s Breakout Moment in 1999

Before she became one of Nollywood’s most successful filmmakers, Funke Akindele was just another aspiring actress chasing auditions and collecting rejection slips. In a heartfelt video shared on her Instagram page, Akindele opened up about the moment that changed her life forever, landing the role of Bisi in the hit TV series I Need to […]

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Timothée Chalamet Stars as Marty Supreme: A Ping Pong Prodigy’s Rise and Fall

Coming to theaters this Christmas, Marty Supreme is a sports comedy-drama unlike any other. Directed by Josh Safdie and co-written with Ronald Bronstein, the film stars Timothée Chalamet as Marty Mauser, a table tennis prodigy navigating fame, obsession, and personal demons in 1950s New York. Loosely inspired by real-life ping pong legend Marty Reisman, the […]

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