There’s no doubt that Nollywood – Nigeria’s version of Hollywood – is going places. With the number of Nigerians progressively committing the offence of japaing, the sky is actually the beginning for our thespians.
The movies are actually doing a lot in reminding one of home.
But, there is quite a few things to be done.
For those movies that get to Netflix, I wouldn’t think my suggestions apply to them. I believe those in charge of Netflix are taking adequate charge of them.
First is the issue of subtitling. It’s either we do things right or we forget them. The movies are being watched by the entire world. So the people in charge need to spend some money on professionals. The matter has gone beyond “I went to school, so I can subtitle a movie.”
Second, is the issue of classification. Some movies are violent, some are erotic and some are drug-related. I wouldn’t think those are good for the kids. It wouldn’t do any harm if movies could be marked according to their categories.
Third is the use of what I consider to be wrong artists. For instance, it is unusual for people in their forties to be playing the roles of “club girls.”
In any case, introducing new acts will give them the much-needed opportunity to showcase their skills.
I love those movies!
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