Entertainment
Award Winning Nollywood Movies Of All Times …The Awards, Production Cost
In our last edition we
brought to you some of the Evergreen block buster Nollywood movies of all time that are still making waves in the movie market. This is the concluding part of the report, enjoy it.
-Return of Jenifa:-
Director: O.J. Tee
Producer: Funke Akindele (Jenifa)
Starring: Anter Laniyan, Eldee, D-Don, Bankyw, Helen Paul Iyabo Ojo, Ireti Osa Yemi, Danrele Omanwunic, Yinka Quadiri and others.
Synopsis: Premiered in Lagos in 2011, the movie revolves around the life of the main character, Jenifa. In this movie, she registers to be part of a dancing competition, but when she was asked to undergo HIV test as part of the requirements for entry into the competition, she is unsure of her past exploits and flees.
Jenifa is later forced to withdraw from the competitions and society she once ruled and relocates to the village. Going back to the village however, does not stop her from being her crazy self, she learns that life is not all about being a big girl.
-The Figurine:
Porudction/Director: Kunle Afolayan
Starring: Ramsey Nouah, Kunle Afolayan, Omoni Oboli, Funlola Aofiyebi, Jide Kosoko, Wale Adeloayo, and others.
Synopsis: Released October 2009, while serving at a National Youth Service Camp, two friends find a mystical sculpture in an abandoned shrine in the forest, one of them decides to take it home. Unknown to them, the sculpture belongs to a Yoruba goddess, Araro Mire which bestows seven years of good luck on anyone who encounters it and after the first seven years, another seven years of bad lack follows.
The lives of the two friends began to change for good as they became successful and wealthy. However, after seven years, things start to change.
This movie gulped over N50 million, it received 10 nominations and won five awards at the African Academy movie Awards (AMAA) in 2010. This include Best Picture, Heart of African AMAA achievement awards in Cinematography and AMAA achievement awards in Visual effects.
Ijel The Journey
Director: Chimeze Anyaene
Producer: Paula Morgeno and Chimeze-Anyaene
Starring: Genevieve Nnaji Odwys Garcia Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde, Jeff Swarthout, Clem Ohaneze and Ulrich Que
Synopsis
Released July 30, 2010. It is a Nigerian-American drama Film, Genevieve (Chioma) travels from Nigeria to the United States to aid her sister Anya (Omotola) who is being charged with the mulder of three men including her own husband.
Ije is one of the highest grossing Nig erian movies, spending over N100 million in production cost. It recieved several nominations and awards induding the awards for Best Editing and The Treasure Coast International Film Festival and Best International Students Film at the Swanseu Bay Film Festival 2010.
Mirror Boy
Director: Obi Emelonye
Producer: Patrick Campbell
Starring: Genevieve Nnaji, Osita Iheme, Edward Ragutuzi and Fatima Jebbe.
Synopsis: Released January 17, 2011, Mirrow boy is a mystical journey through Africa, seen through the eyes of a 12 year old boy Tijan. After a land on street fight in which a local boy is hurt, Tijans mother decided to fake him back to their roots, the Gambia.
On their arrival in Banjul, Tijan encounters a strange apparition, a boy smiling at him in a mirrow and vanishing.
The award winning movie gulped over N70 million.
Mirrow Boy is a Nigerian Fantasy adventure drama. It was shot in England and the Gambia. It was the first African movie to premiere at the prestigious Empire Lecicester square which earned it loads of praises and achievements and placed the Nigerian movie industry on the world stage.
In Ghana, mirror boy reigned so well to become the highest selling movie ever in the Ghanaian Cinemas, within the first one week of its release, the award winning movie grossed over N12 million in Nigeria Cinemas.
The Lennox K. Black International Prize for Excellence in Medicine is a prestigious accolade awarded by Thomas Jefferson University, recognising outstanding individuals.
The actress was honoured with the Lennox K. Black International Prize for Excellence in Medicine by Thomas Jefferson University in America in recognition of her outstanding contributions to social activism and impact through her work.
This remarkable achievement, they said, highlights her dedication to societal well-being and marks her as the first Black recipient of this distinguished award.
The Tide Entertainment reports that the Lennox K. Black International Prize for Excellence in Medicine is a prestigious accolade awarded by Thomas Jefferson University, recognising individuals who have made significant contributions to the medical field, promoting scientific discovery and advancements.
Named after Lennox K. Black, a Canadian manufacturing executive known for his philanthropic efforts and service on various boards, including Thomas Jefferson University, the prize celebrates excellence in medical innovation and global contribution to health and medicine.
The actress is renowned for her activism and impactful work in areas concerning women’s health and rights, including her efforts to combat issues like fistula and gender-based violence.
According to the award organisers she has been instrumental in bringing about social change through her films and campaigns. They added that her work extends beyond borders, affecting lives and policies internationally, embodying the spirit of the Lennox K. Black International Prize.
On receiving the award, Stephanie expressed her gratitude and reaffirmed her commitment to using her platform for social good.
“This recognition goes beyond me; it is for all the women and girls fighting for a healthier, safer world. It amplifies our message and our work. It strengthens my resolve to continue advocating for gender equality, social justice, and improved maternal and reproductive health in Africa,” she said
Susan Aldunge, Interim President of Thomas Jefferson University, admired the actress, saying, ‘‘Your ability to educate while humbly addressing the cultural obstacles impeding progress for young women is commendable. Your intelligent, personal take on the necessary human rights changes has deeply impacted all lucky to encounter you. Congratulations once more on this well-deserved award and the acknowledgement of your efforts.’”
Ms Aldunge further said that Thomas Jefferson University, a leader in medical education and research, hosts the award to underscore its mission of improving lives through innovation in health care.
‘‘The university is proud to honour Stephanie Linus, whose work aligns with Jefferson’s values of creativity, collaboration, and compassion in pursuing excellence in medicine and beyond.
“Awarding the Lennox K. Black International Prize to Stephanie Linus celebrates her achievements and signals a broader recognition of the importance of social activism in medicine and health,” she added.
“Her pioneering efforts continue to inspire and effect change, paving the way for a healthier, more equitable world’’.
Stephanie, who was named Chairperson of the Nigerian Official Selection Committee (NOSC) for the Best International Feature Film (IFF) category of the Oscars in August 2023, is best known for her 2015 advocacy movie ‘Dry’, which tells the story of a 13-year-old girl whose parents marry her off to a 60-year-old man, with devastating consequences.
Ilebaye’s revelation came just after Phyna had publicly called out the organizers for withholding some of her prizes.
Phyna, who revealed this to Newsmen insinuated that Ilebaye broke the gender code by announcing that she got her full prize money.
She also stressed that she would continue to demand for her balance, stating that she worked hard for the money during the show’s 72-day duration.
“I believe I should at least get what I worked so hard for 72 days. You all suddenly remembered your alert screenshots and IG Live………… Common……one among others is 1BTC which is over 80m in today’s market.
“To those who got their money in full
I’m happy for you. As a poor man’s child, let me ask for my money and other items remaining.,” She added.
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