May 2016

Directed by multiple award winning filmmaker, Frank Rajah, "Ghana Must Go" stars Yvonne Okoro, Ik Ogbonna, Blossom Chukwujekwu, Helen Paul, Ada Ameh and Nkem Owoh popularly known as Osuofia... Read more below Set in Accra, Ghana, the comedy revolves around two young lovers who are of Nigerian and Ghanaian origin. Yvonne Okoro plays the role of Ama, a London based Ghanaian lady who brings her Nigerian boyfriend, Chuks played by Blossom Chukwujekwu, home to meet her parents, resulting in all hell...http://pulse.ng/movies/ghana-must-go-movie-featuring-nkem-owoh-blossom-chukwujekwu-yvonne-okoro-set-to-premiere-in-nigeria-id5028437.html

Summer is just around the corner, which means that a ton of new films are about to come storming into theaters. Here are 20 summer blockbusters that will heat up the box office in 2016. 

Captain America: Civil War, Release Date: May 6, 2016 Captain America Civil War, Disney, 042616 Disney Since we were first introduced to Robert Downey Jr.'s Iron Man back in 2008, all roads have been leading to Captain America: Civil War. It looks like Captain America is tired of taking orders from Tony Stark, especially when his BFF Bucky gets caught in the crossfire. We're about to see Cap go rouge against everything he once stood for. Though Chris Hemsworth's Thor won't be joining us for this battle, we will be seeing Black Widow, Hawkeye, and it will be our first look at Chadwick Boseman's Black Panther ahead of his own franchise debut. Oh and we'll also get a sneak peak at the new teen Spider-Man. Is it May 6th yet?

The Angry Birds Movie, Release Date: May 20, 2016 The Angry Birds Movie, Sony, Everett, 042616 Sony The Angry Birds became a gaming sensation that got us through dull commutes and even longer work days. Now, Jason Sudeikis and Bill Hader are about to bring these pissed off birds to life. In The Angry Birds Movie, the birds are content with their lives until some mysterious pigs invade their island paradise.

Neighbors 2: Sorority Rising, Release Date: May 20, 2016 Zac Efron, Seth Rogen, Rose Byrne, Neighbors 2. Universal. Everett, 042616 Universal/Everett Back in 2014, Zac Efron's frat bro Teddy terrorized his neighbors Mac and Kelly, but this time around the trio are teaming up against the Kappa Nu sorority. We all know ladies can be a lot more devious when it comes to getting their way, so this just might be the summer spectacle that you've been looking for. Selena Gomez and Chlöe Grace Moretz also star in the film.

Through The Looking Glass, Release Date: May 27, 2016 Mia Wasikowska, Alice Through The Looking Glass, Disney, 042616 Disney Though it's been six years since Tim Burton's Alice in Wonderland hit theaters, we are finally getting a sequel with Alice Through the Looking Glass. Though this film is being helmed by director James Bobin, we will get to see what happens when Mia Wasikowska 's Alice returns to the whimsical world of Underland, and travels back in time to save the Mad Hatter. It's also a chance to hear the late Alan Rickman in his last film.

X-Men Apocalypse, Release Date: May 27, 2016 Alexandra Shipp, X-Men Apocalypse, 20th Century Fox, 042616 20th Century Fox What happens when the original Mutant, the immortal Apocalypse, is awoken after thousands of years and he recruits Magneto and some other mutants over to the dark side? A lot of terrible stuff, that's what. Though Professor X and Raven gather a team of young X-Men to try and defend mankind, things might not turn out in their favor. In a film that has been 16 years in the making, X-Men: Apocalypse should definitely light up the box office this summer... Read more below Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Out of the Shadows Release Date: June 3, 2016 Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Out of the Shadows, Paramount, 042616 Paramount In the sequel to 2014's Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Out of the Shadows catches up with the turtles as they once again team up to battle The Shredder and the mad scientist Baxter Stockman. This time, it looks like the turtles will have to take their fight above ground. Check out the trailer... http://www.hollywood.com/movies/summer-blockbusters-60572126/#/ms-22758/3

There are some iconic movies in Hollywood that will forever stand the test of time and be held up as examples of exemplary movie making. However, before hitting the silver screen, some of these highly rated films faced so many problems and setbacks, they almost didn’t get made! Check out these phenomenal flicks that were almost tossed in the trash!

The Princess Bride (1987) DIRECTED BY ROB REINER Cary Elwes Mandy Patinkin Chris Sarandon Christopher Guest A fairy tale about a beautiful girl who is to be married to a nasty prince, but who is in love with another. The movie was bought by FOX in 1973, but the studio essentially forgot about it and it ended up taking 15 years for it to be put into production!

Toy Story (1995) DIRECTED BY JOHN LASSETER Tom Hanks Tim Allen Don Rickles Jim Varney Woody, a traditional pull-string talking cowboy, has long enjoyed a place of honor as the favorite among six-year-old Andy's menagerie of toys. Quick to calm their anxieties about being replaced by newer arrivals, Woody finds his own confidence shaken, and his status as top toy in jeopardy, upon the arrival of Buzz Lightyear, simply the coolest space action figure ever made. Woody plots to get rid of Buzz, but things backfire and he ...read more » Toy Story almost didn't happen after test reels failed to engage audiences. A pause on production and a phenomenal script re-write is what saved the flick from becoming part of the screenplay graveyard. Read more below

The Notebook (2004) DIRECTED BY NICK CASSAVETES James Garner Gena Rowlands Rachel McAdams Ryan Gosling An epic love story centered around an older man who reads aloud to an older, invalid woman whom he regularly visits. From a faded notebook, the old man's words bring to life the story about a couple who is separated by World War II, and is then passionately reunited, seven years later, after they have taken different paths. Though her memory has faded, his words give her the chance to relive her turbulent youth and the unforgettable ...read more » Nicholas Sparks was unmotivated to write any more books, but thanks to his wife getting caught up in motherhood, Nicholas...http://www.hollywood.com/movies/movies-that-almost-didnt-get-made-60580311/#/ms-22772/2

1. Promotion Techniques These days, a lot is required on a filmmaker’s part to ensure how long his or her movie stays in the cinema. Gone are the days of just shooting, tweeting behind the scenes photos, and releasing a movie in the cinemas without proper promotion. Biyi Bandele’s “Fifty” completed a remarkable 4-month cinema run in Nigeria. Omoni Oboli’s “Wives on Strike” is currently in its 5th week, but has grossed over 50 million naira, and that is a perfect example of successful Nollywood movies. Mildred Okwo and the "Suru Lére" cast also put in a lot of hard work into making sure cinema goers in Lagos saw their movie. Omoni Oboli and the co-cast of her latest movie have visited over seven states and cinemas to interact with fans and publicize the movie. Oboli and her gang found a way to get both Nollywood fans and anti-Nollywood clique interested and tweeting about the movie. Probably most Nollywood practitioners should learn one or two things about promoting their movies outside Lagos Nigeria. Most of hardcore Nollywood fans reside outside Lagos, and also need to be informed about the movie. While "Wives on Strike" has the perfect cast every true Nollywood fan can relate with, Omoni took her promotion game from 0-100, and it's paying off. Considering the opinion of most Nigerians about Nollywood, it would take a lot of extra hard work... Read more below and publicity to get people talking and going to the cinema to see your movie. It’s ok to send BCs and visit all the media houses in Lagos... http://pulse.ng/movies/motion-pictures-with-chidumga-5-reasons-nollywood-movies-don-t-stay-long-in-cinemas-id5029463.html