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Pamela Adie's ìfẹ́: The Sequel premieres at BFI Flare 2026. Nigerian LGBTQ filmmaker's narrative debut explores queer love and identity in Lagos.  Nigerian LGBTQIA+ Filmmaker Pamela Adie ’s narrative debut feature   ìfẹ́: The Sequel  is set to make its  its world premiere on March 23, 2026 at the 40th edition of the BFI Flare: London LGBTQIA+ Film Festival . The film, which is the highly anticipated follow-up to the 2020 short  ìfẹ́  will be showing at BFI Southbank, London,

Osas Ighodaro , Burna, Asurf Oluseyi  at 3 Cold Dishes, October 3, 2025, at Indigo O2 in London The much-anticipated 3 Cold Dishes  made its world premiere at the Indigo at The O₂ in London, earning rave reviews and signaling the arrival of one of Africa’s boldest cinematic statements of the year. Executive-produced by Grammy-winning artist Damini “Burna Boy” Ogulu (Spaceship Productions) alongside Bose Ogulu, Osas Ighodaro, and Asurf Oluseyi, the film blends star power with

RMD, at Radio Voice Los Angeles Premiere | PHOTOGRAPHY BY Shaks for Black Film Wire On July 3, Nollywood royalty descended on Hollywood Boulevard and made it clear: we’re not here to play — we’re here to project power and show up in undeniable style. The U.S. premiere of Radio Voice , starring the legendary Richard Mofe-Damijo (or as the world knows him: RMD), was not just a screening — it was a movement. A cultural flashpoint. A standing ovation in waiting. RMD, son, and fam

Black Film Wire Staff| June 2025 Mahershala Ali, from left, Scarlett Johansson, Jonathan Bailey, and Rupert Friend attend the "Jurassic...

Lagos, Nigeria – May 26, 2025  — Following the successful release of Alakada: Bad and Boujee  in December 2024, Nollywood star Toyin Abraham is set to headline Iyalode , marking her second box office debut in under a year. To celebrate its release, a premiere is scheduled at Filmhouse IMAX, Lekki, ahead of the film’s nationwide rollout. The event is expected to draw significant attention from Nollywood and the broader entertainment industry. Iyalode , distributed by FilmOne E

Image: Instagram | RMD on the set of Radio Voice Following its exclusive premiere on Saturday, April 6, 2025, at the Alliance Française–Mike Adenuga Centre in Lagos, Radio Voice opened to glowing reviews from industry insiders, media figures, and avid filmgoers. The much-anticipated feature officially debuted in cinemas nationwide on April 11, with screenings at Nile Cinemas and other theaters across the country. Centered on a fearless female radio host, the film delves into

Angela Bassett on the  set of Zero Day Angela Bassett  is stepping into the Oval Office on screen, that is. The Academy Award nominee and acting powerhouse stars as the President of the United States in Netflix’s highly anticipated limited series, Zero Day , premiering February 20. Known for her commanding performances and undeniable presence, Bassett brings her talents to the world of political thrillers, leading a story packed with intrigue, conspiracy, and high-stakes dram

Funke Akindele is a name that has become synonymous with excellence, hard work, and versatility in Nollywood. From her humble beginnings in television to becoming a global sensation with her iconic Jenifa  series, she has cemented her place as one of Africa's most influential entertainers. On December 13th, 2024, Funke is set to unveil a new chapter in the Jenifa  legacy with the highly anticipated movie, Everyone Loves Jenifa , debuting in cinemas. Complementing this milesto

The pride has gathered. Tonight, Disney’s Mufasa: The Lion King Prequel  premiered in dazzling style at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood, California, bringing nostalgia, star power, and a touch of the savanna to the red carpet. Jay-Z, Beyonce, Blue IVY on red carpet, Mufasa Hollywood Premiere 2024 Who showed up? Oh, just Beyoncé casually reminding everyone who runs the jungle (and the music charts), alongside the legendary John Kani—our beloved Rafiki himself—proving that wisd