Entertainment
Producer Speaks On New Movie, Too Late To Die
Movie buffs in Rivers
State and beyond are in for another good time as a new Nollywood blockbuster movie titled ‘Too Late to Die’ hits movie Shelfs soon. The movie which was shot in Port Harcourt is produced by Port Harcourt based movie producer, Micheal Mills Agwams and directed by Alex Joseph H.
The movie features Jim Lawson Maduike, Chika Okereke, Evelyn Essien, Michael Mills Agwams and Ibiba Briggs among others.
“Too late to Die” is the last battle and the final mission “The enemies wrath is unleashed … Matthew Isanga becomes the principal target … why did they pick on him? The world is yet to know”.
Speaking about the movie, the producer Pastor Michael Mills Agwams told The Tide Entertainment that the movie is a Christian movie. According to him, the movie is all about what is happening in the country today, where a lot of people are bent on destroying destinies and visions and cutting short the lives of people before their time.
“One particular character in the movie Matthew Ishanga starring Micheal Mills Agwams is one person everybody must watch his destiny and vision, no one could touch his life, no body could cut short and what he did in the movie and how he escaped from the hands of his enemies and what made him victorious is what the movie is all about”, he said.
Since after his debut movie titled “Pursuit of Vanity” shot here in Port Harcourt, Mr Micheal Mills Agwams has shot several other movies in the state which include “Beyond the Grave” 1999/2000,” Anointed Prophet 142, “Power of God” 142, “Anti-Christ Babies’ 2007/2008. This was a hit movie and a commercial success “Hottest Revelation” shot in Calabar in 2009 and “Apostasy” 2012 This was also a hit movie.
He also produced a hit movie for NDDC titled “The Hidden Talent” 2012/2013, while his latest film “Too Late to Die” was produced November 2015, among others. All these films are from the stables of Great House Movies Ltd, which is a registered company with the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC).
He stressed that there were several challenges before he was able to produce it, which include finance, logistics, technical and editorial, but by the grace of God he was able to surmount them all. He disclosed that the cost production of the movie was well over N2m (two million naira) only.
He noted that the movie was shot in some parts of GRA, Mile I flyover and some riverine areas. He explained that his aim is to show case the culture and tradition of Rivers people to the outside world as well as propagate the gospel of Christ through his movies.
The Tide Entertainment reports that International stars Busta Rhymes and Gunna topped the bill, while the festival showcased a powerhouse roster of African talent including Wizkid, Tiwa Savage, Shenseea, Phyno, Fave, Juma Jux, Qing Madi, and Diamond Platnumz, among others.
The festival launched December 7 with an eye-catching opening ceremony featuring aerial ballet performers, establishing an elevated artistic vision for the weeks ahead. That first night brought Nigerian heavyweights Wande Coal, Young Jonn, Ice Prince, Darey, Fola, Shoday, and Jerry Shaffer to the stage.
The Federal Ministry of Art and Culture partnered with the festival, with Minister Hannatu Musa Musawa acknowledging Detty December Fest as a vital force in Nigeria’s cultural landscape. She emphasized its impact on amplifying the country’s creative presence internationally and driving holiday tourism.
The 2025 edition raised the bar for live entertainment in Lagos, building on Detty December’s established reputation as a catalyst for tourism, entertainment, and economic growth during the year-end season.
The milestone was confirmed on Monday by FilmOne, the movie’s distributor, who announced that the film is now the fastest title in West Africa to cross ?1 billion. The achievement further cements Akindele’s dominance in the Nigerian film industry.
Since its release, Behind the Scenes has shattered multiple records. It posted the highest single-day box office gross ever on Boxing Day, earning an impressive ?129.5 million. It is also the highest-grossing film of 2025 so far, and remarkably, it marks Akindele’s third movie to cross the ?1 billion mark, a feat no other director has achieved.
The Tide Entertainment reports that with this latest success, Akindele has strengthened her position as Nollywood’s highest-grossing producer of all time, becoming the first filmmaker to deliver three billion-naira blockbusters within a single calendar year.
Reacting to the achievement, the actress and filmmaker expressed heartfelt gratitude to her supporters, collaborators, and distributors, while also revealing the film’s growing international reach.
“Over the years, I’ve always valued my fans, because without God and you, I am nobody,” she wrote.“Thank you all for coming out to watch this movie and for supporting my brand through the years.Thank you to the distributors, my colleagues—especially those not in the movie who still came out to meet and greet my fans.Big love to the cast and crew. This is only the beginning; let’s take Behind the Scenes even further.”
She also disclosed that the film is currently screening in cinemas across two European countries and the United States, signaling its expanding global appeal.
Akindele’s box office dominance has been nothing short of historic. In 2023, Battle on Buka Street became Nollywood’s highest-grossing film with ?640 million. She raised the bar again in January 2024 when A Tribe Called Judah became the first Nigerian movie to hit ?1 billion. Later that year, Everybody Loves Jenifa broke another record, grossing ?1.6 billion to become the highest-earning film in West African history.
Nigerian singer Innocent Idibia, popularly known as 2Face, has revealed his former bandmate Faze’s position in the long-running rift between him and their other ex-bandmate, Blackface.
The Tide Entertainment recalls that Blackface and 2Face have been involved in an on-and-off feud over the years, with the former repeatedly accusing the latter of intellectual property theft, allegations 2Face has consistently denied.
Addressing fans midway through his performance at the Made in Benue Festival in Makurdi recently, 2Face said Faze has maintained a neutral stance in the dispute between him and Blackface.
He stressed that the rift does not involve Faze in any way.
“You all know that Plantashun Boiz consisted of Blackface, 2Face and Faze. But due to some unforeseen circumstances, Blackface is not with us right now.
“However, no matter the beef wey me and Blackface get, nothing concern Faze inside. So, Faze is right here with me and we will represent Plantashun Boiz,” he said.
The rift between Blackface and 2Face began after Plantashun Boiz disbanded in the 2000s.
Following their split, Blackface blamed 2Face for the breakup and accused him of song theft.
The relationship between the duo has remained strained over the years despite several attempts at reconciliation, with peace efforts often short-lived.