Bust The Myth Of Filmmaking.

Here are the 9 most common filmmaking myths busted:

1. The most talented people are the ones that make it.
No they aren’t. The people that make it are the ones that understand the business side. Talented people are regularly elbowed out by their less talented colleagues who simply out-hustle them.
Bust this myth: Get good at self-promotion.

2. Only the best scripts get made.
No they don’t. The scripts that get made are the ones that get financed. Often the financiers finance the wrong script!
Bust this myth: Learn how to get a business plan together, a plan that a financier will find irresistible.

3. You need a lot of money to make a movie.

Actor In The Spotlight: Gbenro Ajibade.

"... I know I am handsome. God really did a great job on me"

The entire massive building containing about 90 rooms was quaking with noise from a thousand and one CD speakers as the boys in their usual character scream about unnecessarily. Carols, the then SUG director of socials (DOS) walked into my room "John, I want you to contest for The Mr. BSU pageant" he said almost pleading.
I was taken aback because

The Creative Superiority Of A Screenwriter Over The Producer and Director.

In my usual quest to build my knowledge through materials online, I came across this article that I found very interesting and empowering, I felt it’s only fair I share it with you.

All artists have an instinctive desire to maintain creative control over their work to guarantee the end product remains as close to their original vision as possible. As screenwriters we know too well the bitter sting of rewrites and changes forced upon our screenplay and the end product can leave us creatively frustrated and unfulfilled. As we know, filmmaking is a collaborate art form, but at times that means your script is creatively hijacked and taken away from you without any recourse.

Actor In The Spotlight: Judith Audu.

"...sexually assaulted? Being married or single makes no difference..."

Nollywood is such a busy industry that several jobs are been shot, worked on in different locations and studios everyday and the daily activity of a professional actor in nollywood is very choking and tasking, so is Judith Audu's. Pinning down this elegant, massively talented but down-to-earth actor to have a chat with me was such a herculean task but trust me, I finally succeeded and she opened up like never before on a wide range of issues, from her journey so far, relationship, sex-for-roles and her plans. Enjoy the excerpts by Edeh John.

Dbanj, Confused or Inconsistent?

Few days ago news had it that Dbanj has launched his brand of gari called " Koko Ijebu Gari" The popular Nigeria Afro pop superstar who joined the campaign for the improvement in the agricultural sector said, the program would boost youth empowerment and alleviate poverty. It’s a commendable venture but I'm sceptical on the "Koko Ijebu Gari" venture as it may yet be another elephant project as we have seen Dbanj launch similar but failed ventures in the past, such as "The Koko Mansion" Koko Mobile" Koko Water" and now "Koko Ijebu Garil"

Well, I wish him the best of luck as we may yet see another stellar business idea slip into oblivion.

A word of advice from Steven Keshi.

Super Eagles of Nigeria head coach has this few words for every youth out there.

“Believe in yourself and believe in what you want to do. When we were younger, we didn’t really know what we wanted to do and thus, we got involved in so many things. But the moment you pick something and you think you can do it, you have to find out if you can do it and if you are convinced, go ahead as long it gives you joy. Moreover, ensure you have passion for it. Of course, on the way, you have people who are going to tell you that you cannot do it and that you are not so smart and that it is too difficult. You will meet a lot of difficulties on the way but be disciplined and continue to fight your way through. Whatever you do, take it to God first and let him show you the way. Talent is not enough, you need hard work”

Artist In The Spotlight: Ekeh Sunny. (Solo)

"...I auditioned for a year and three months without getting any job"

Popularly known as "Solo" by his teaming fans and audiences across Africa as a result of his character in a Telecom company TV commercial.
Ekeh Sunny was born 7th June 1983 in Ebonyi state, a graduate of business administration from Unizik Awka, Anambra state.

For him, the journey into the entertainment industry is a childhood dream and passion. "Well, from when I was little boy I loved acting, I started by acting in my church's drama and kept improving from there" begins Sunny.

Even though he trained as a business administrator in the university, the love for the silver screen kept pulling the soft-spoken Actor cum model away from his primary constituency.
"Even when I was working a 9 to 5 I was still sneaking

Don’t Wear Underwear to Church, so Christ Can “Enter”

I know this story may sound crazy, but sadly, it is true.
Reverend Njohi, a Reverend at Lord’s Propeller Redemption Church in Kenya, ordered the female members of his congregation to attend church without any form of underwear so that Christ can enter their lives.
He reportedly banned the wearing of undergarments in his church because they are ungodly, and people need to be free in body and spirit to receive Christ.
According to The Kenyan Post, Njohi allegedly warned members that there would be terrible consequences if they attempted to secretly wear bra or pant.

Kris Jenner "I'm Being Extorted Over Phony Sex Tape!

Kris Jenner has been bombarded by someone who is claiming to have a sex tape starring Kris herself and they will release it UNLESS she pays a Queen's ransom ... and now cops are on the case. Law enforcement sources tell TMZ ... L.A. County Sheriff's Deputies went to the Jenner house Tuesday and took a report, which says Kris has been receiving up to 300 phone calls, voice mails and texts a day for the last few weeks -- day and night -- from someone who says they have the tape. We're told the person has recently told Kris if she doesn't ante up a big sum ... TMZ will post the sex tape.

Actor In The Spotlight: Jennifer Igbinovia

Jennifer O. Igbinovia is a delectable actor from Edo state.
The soft-spoken screen goddess has a diploma in accounting and tourism from the famous ABU Zaria and federal polytechnic kaduna respectively.
Her sojourn into the make-believe world isn't by accident as she retorts "No, no, no! I have always known what I wanted in life,

Nollywood Director Moses Inwang & Emem Udonquak's To Wed.

On Saturday 5th April 2014, the knight in shining armour will wed his queen in a beautiful ceremony to be held at the Ibom Unity Park, Uyo, Akwa Ibom.
Moses Inwang is known for directing numerous blockbusters including Uche Jombo-Rodriguez‘ “Damage” and Emem was honoured as the Calabar Carnival Queenfor 2011/2012.
Congratulations, we can’t wait for the big day.

Chris Brown Premiers 'Loyal' Video

Hey may be locked up but Chris Brown proves despite his run ins with the law he can still make killer club anthems.
Chris is joined by Lil Wayne and Tyga in the 'Loyal' video and the trio shutdown Universal City Walk for the night.
There are three guest cameos from three of our favourite boys.

5 Easy Ways To Seduce A Lady

Seducing a woman is an art, and most guys never even really take the first few steps that are needed to properly seduce a woman. If you are serious about seduction, and you want to be able to successfully get a woman in bed, then you need to start from square one. Otherwise, you could easily end up amongst the throngs of men that try to buy their way into a woman’s favour, or end up going around trying cheesy routines to try and manipulate a woman into sleeping with you.

Actor In The Spotlight: LINDA EJIOFOR

Well known for her role as “Bimpe” on MNET Africa’s weekly soap Opera - Tinsel, model and actor, Linda Ejiofor is not one to leave her options closed. She is gradually spreading her tentacles to new audiences across the world, carrying along a never seen individuality amongst film lovers.
For over five years, the talented actor, born Linda Ihuoma Ejiofor was a student of Sociology at the University of Port Harcourt with a determination that upon graduation working in advertising will be her first alternative. A few years down the lane, fate would hand her a chance at acting. A new TV series called for auditions and she decided to try out for it.

How to Be More Attractive to Men

There are a few easy things that most down-to-earth, attractive men look for in ladies.

Physical Traits:
1). Accentuate your femininity. Start by wearing red lipstick. Studies indicate that men are more drawn to a woman’s lips than any other feature on her face. When you're not in the mood for lipstick, be sure that you at least give your luscious lips some lip balm. Lip gloss works well, too.

Do exercises that make your boobs and butt firmer. Work on getting a smaller waist, which you can accentuate by making your butt bigger. If desired, you can also make your breasts look bigger.

HOW TO BREAK INTO THE FILM INDUSTRY: For Actors, Producers, Writers and Directors.

Breaking into the film industry is indeed very difficult as it is crowded with so many "Wanna Bes" who are there for different reasons. Some are there because it is there passion, some because their friends and family are there while some just want to make money because white collar jobs is not forthcoming.
For what ever reason you find yourself in this make-believe world, here are cogent tips.

Actor In The Spotlight: IFFY PRISCA IWUOHA.

PBerry, as she is popularly known, is an Actor, Writer and Model. Born on the 17th of January, 19..?
The Imo state-born Actor describes herself as "likeable but Choosy" She enjoys great Company and love life. Above all, She is extremely passionate in everything she does and believes she can take on anything in the world with her lioness kind of confidence. (Hmm...I kinda agree though)
She is among the few that started their Acting career on Stage back in 2001 at the University of Ile Ife where she had a Special and exclusive Training in Drama and Dance. She took part in Ola Rotimi's Drums Of War, Obaluaye, Kinjeketile amongst others.

"Love Again" (Poem To My Ex)

Distance indeed has been unfair to you.
Though hundreds of miles away,
I can feel your deserved vitriolic towards me.
For five Christmas, the ride was bumpy for us.
Dug many of the potholes with pride and perfectionist attitude.
Never reciprocated, though i tried just but a little.

Met you undiluted like a sealed milk.
Virtuous was and is your blood.
Aesthetically, the angels weep and hide in shame when you pass by.

Actor In The Spotlight: TOPE TEDELA.

Tope Tedela is an ward winning actor, a model and a broadcaster. He was born in Lagos, Nigeria. His foray into professional acting began when he was cast as Julian on Popular TV Drama Edge of Paradise(2006) directed by Greg Odutayowhile he was attending University of Lagos, Nigeria.

Critique Of The Movie, "FINDING MERCY" By Attah John.

Genre: Drama.
Writer: Kehinde Odukoya.
Run time: 105 mins.
Cast: Blossom Chukwujekwu, Desmond Elliot, Rita Dominic, Uti Nwanchukwu.
Director: Desmond Elliot.

The Nigeria film industry popularly called Nollywood, is massively dominated by a group of business men with little or no artistic training. They only care about profit making from sales of VCD and DVD while neglecting the quality of the script and production techniques which makes most of their movies sub-standard. Scripts are hurriedly written in a way that the plot is massively flawed, narrow and predictable. The production quality is a huge turn-off. Though some few talented and trained professionals are making efforts to transform the industry through quality scripts and production technique, they are impeded by lack of adequate funds to fully takeover and set the pace in the standard of production. Desmond Elliot happens to be one of the professionals making such effort.