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    Ayra Starr attends the MOBO Awards 2025 at the Utilita Arena on February 18, 2025 in Newcastle upon Tyne, England.
    Film + TV
    07 March 2025

    Ayra Starr and Richard Mofe-Damijo Lead Nigerian Cast of ‘Children of Blood and Bone’ Film Adaptation

    The Gina Prince-Bythewood-directed film stars Thuso Mbedu, Damson Idris, Viola Davis and more superstars, and is now scheduled for a tentative early 2027 release.

    An image of the actor Chiwetel Ejiofor in a tux smiling at the camera on the red carpet of the British Academy Film Awards show.
    Film + TV
    16 March 2023

    The 10 Best Chiwetel Ejiofor Films

    The British-born actor of Nigerian descent consistently delivers, whether it’s in an indie thriller or a comic-book blockbuster.

    Lupita Nyong'o, Chiwetel Ejiofor, Wizkid & More Bag NAACP Image Awards
    News
    24 February 2020

    Lupita Nyong'o, Chiwetel Ejiofor, Wizkid & More Bag NAACP Image Awards

    Check out the full list of winners for this year's NAACP Image Awards.

    Beyoncé, Tiffany Haddish, Florence Kasumba & More Shine at 'The Lion King' World Premiere
    Film + TV
    11 July 2019

    Beyoncé, Tiffany Haddish, Florence Kasumba & More Shine at 'The Lion King' World Premiere

    Check out a glimpse of the premiere's red carpet as well as a new clip from the film.

    Watch the First Full-Length Trailer of Disney's 'Lion King'
    Film + TV
    10 April 2019

    Watch the First Full-Length Trailer of Disney's 'Lion King'

    The official trailer for the live-action remake is finally here.

    In Conversation: Chiwetel Ejiofor Speaks on the Inspiration Behind 'The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind'
    Film + TV
    07 March 2019

    In Conversation: Chiwetel Ejiofor Speaks on the Inspiration Behind 'The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind'

    OkayAfrica's own Abiola Oke sits down with the Nigerian-British actor for an in-depth chat on his directorial debut in this new video.

    The Official Trailer for 'The Boy Who Harnessed The Wind' Is Here
    Film + TV
    25 January 2019

    The Official Trailer for 'The Boy Who Harnessed The Wind' Is Here

    Here's a glimpse of what we can expect in Chiwetel Ejiofor's directorial debut that's set to premiere on Netflix soon.

    Chiwetel Ejiofor Speaks On His Directorial Debut Ahead of Its Premiere at Sundance
    Film + TV
    24 January 2019

    Chiwetel Ejiofor Speaks On His Directorial Debut Ahead of Its Premiere at Sundance

    Here's what we learned from his conversation with Variety magazine.

    These Are the 9 Films We're Looking Forward to the Most in 2019
    Film + TV
    06 December 2018

    These Are the 9 Films We're Looking Forward to the Most in 2019

    From John Boyega and Letitia Wright in "Hold Back the Stars" to Jordan Peele's "Us," these films have us pretty excited about cinema in 2019.

    These 4 African Directors Are Set To Premiere Feature Films at the 2019 Sundance Film Festival
    Film + TV
    29 November 2018

    These 4 African Directors Are Set To Premiere Feature Films at the 2019 Sundance Film Festival

    The Sundance Institute has announced the first group of films that will grace the big screen at the premier film festival next year.

    Chiwetel Ejiofor's Directorial Debut Based on William Kamkwamba's Amazing Story Is Heading to Netflix
    Film + TV
    14 November 2018

    Chiwetel Ejiofor's Directorial Debut Based on William Kamkwamba's Amazing Story Is Heading to Netflix

    "The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind" is due to launch in select theaters and on Netflix next year.

    This Clip of Chiwetel Ejiofor Starring in Anticipated Film 'Come Sunday' Will Give You Chills
    Popular
    22 January 2018

    This Clip of Chiwetel Ejiofor Starring in Anticipated Film 'Come Sunday' Will Give You Chills

    The film is currently showing at Sundance and premieres on Netflix April 13.

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