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Communa Reviews: Rye Lane (2023)
"Rye Lane," captures its impact and significance in the context of romantic comedies and representation in cinema. The author reflects on their mission to watch 200 films in a year, with "Rye Lane" standing out among them.
Distracted or Empowered? The Paradox of Escape in Nigerian Media Consumption
When God created Nigerians, for whatever reason, he decided to make us a funny people. Nigerian humour is a thing that you can only fully understand if you have lived through the culture. Before the age of social media, we experienced this humour through our parents, uncles and even teachers in school.
Reclaiming and Redefining African Fiction.
From the oral traditions of indigenous communities to the epic poems etched in stone and parchment, storytelling has served as a repository of collective knowledge, a bridge between generations, and a mirror reflecting the intricacies of societies.
Acknowledging the Depth of Literature
As much as we are privileged enough to experience many fantastic literary texts, we owe it to ourselves to create the things we want to see. Whether they are borne from our experiences or otherwise.
The Evolution of Nollywood: An Ode to the Old and New
Old Nollywood, with its theatre-trained talents, delivered raw, emotive performances that till date, are hard to rival. There is also talent in new Nollywood, but there can be more.