Thursday, 28th September 2023
<To guardian.ng
Search
Film  

Nollywood makeup artist builds career despite lack of resources

By Reuters
14 April 2019   |   11:15 am
Hakeem Onilogbo is one of the most sought-after special effects makeup artists in Nigeria's multimillion-dollar film sector, Nollywood.

Related

27 Aug 2018
Nigeria's award-winning actress Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde, is one of the new members invited to join the Academy of Motion Pictures Arts and Science also known as the Oscars. She joins CNBC Africa to discuss Nollywood in the international scene.
14 Apr 2019
Hakeem Onilogbo is one of the most sought-after special effects makeup artists in Nigeria's multimillion-dollar film sector, Nollywood.
15 May 2019
Nollywood Week Paris 2019 is back in full color as a number of Nigerian movies are set to be showcased at the festival. Watch and find out if your fave made the cut
16 Jul 2019
Saraki, Senators, Nollywood actors, others storm Kogi as Dino Melaye buries mum
7 Oct 2019
Deyemi Okanlawon, Juliet Ibrahim and Osas Ighodaro discuss what makes a better actor and tips on having a better career in acting and movie production.
4 Nov 2019
Nigerian Army partners Nollywood to tell military operation stories.
12 May 2020
How Nollywood actor, Bilal Nosser, was abducted
31 Jul 2020
Since 2015, when Kunle Afolayan’s October 1st was onboarded to Netflix, more and more Nigerian films have made their way to the platform. This has become more frequent in recent months. And also, during this pandemic period, one of the things that have kept Millions sane over time is streaming giant – Netflix. So we bring to you the top 10 Nollywood films on Netflix.
12 Sep 2020
Nigeria is the world's second-largest producer of movies. But since the COVID-19 lockdowns began, it has lost millions of dollars. Artists and filmmakers are struggling to survive — and are now looking for alternatives.
16 Feb 2021
It's not just boy meets girl but also Bollywood meets Nollywood in a film released by Netflix on Valentine's Day, and created by an Indian-Nigerian restaurateur.
10 Apr 2021
Here are a few reasons to pick up a copy of The Guardian on Sunday. Find these stories and much more when you grab a copy of The Guardian on Sunday.⁣ ⁣
27 Nov 2021
Nigeria has the second largest film output in the world, but many filmmakers struggle with low budgets and barely make a profit. But streaming platforms are giving a boost to African films.