Film Industry

Thirteen-year-old Simisola Gbadamosi is the youngest Nigerian to receive an Emmy nomination.  Playing the role of Tola Martins as a voice-over artist in Iwájú, the first Disney Africa …

When the news broke that Netflix might pull out of the Nigerian market, it felt like a bad plot twist. This, after all, was no mere platform. For …

When streaming giant Amazon Prime Video decided to make its mark on Nollywood in 2022, the choice of who to work with was almost instinctive- Jadesola Osiberu. The …

The holidays are perfect for female innovators to invest in essentials supporting personal well-being and professional growth. Christmas is more than just a festive celebration; it’s an opportunity …

Funke Akindele has been a household name in Nollywood for nearly three decades, and one role that has brought her to the limelight is Jenifa. When Akindele introduced …

At this year’s African International Film Festival – AFRIFF, two rising filmmakers, Nengi Diri and Russell Oru, took the audiences on a different journey with their film, The …

At the grand opening of the Africa International Film Festival (AFRIFF) 2024, notable figures in the Nigerian film industry were in attendance, including Dr. Shaibu Husseini, the newly …

At the bustling 13th edition of the Africa International Film Festival (AFRIFF), The Benchmark took a deeper look at the diverse experiences that make this film festival a …

The air buzzed with excitement as filmmakers, industry executives, and lovers of African cinema gathered at the opening night of the 13th annual Africa International Film Festival (AFRIFF) …

The 13th edition of the Africa International Film Festival (AFRIFF) kicked off on November 3, 2024, in Lagos, Nigeria, with a colourful night of celebration. The festival’s theme, …