Movie in the Park experience: Attendees reacts
By Guardian Exclusive
15 September 2022 |
10:46 am
Movie in the park is the largest outdoor movie screening event in Lagos. The event gave a one-of-a-kind cinematic feel to lovers of movies at the park. This experience also brings together an exciting audience, vendors, brands, media organizations, and many more to be a part of a family-friendly environment. Bisola Bello, Event Producer for Movie in the park experience and event attendees spoke with GuardianTV about their experience.
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