PHOTOS FROM THE LAGOS PREMIERE of 'CHAMPAGNE'!

The Lagos premiere of the glamorous movie ‘Champagne’ was held with much fanfare at the Silverbird Galleria, Victoria Island on December 19th. Many came to watch what was Emem Isong’s directorial debut which featuredMajid Michel, Alex Ekubo, Tana Adelana, Mbong Amata, Padita Agu etc. The movie is about a young couple who are in an open marriage and decide to scam unsuspecting people for money until they meet the enigmatic Mr Douglas who takes them on a ride of their lives.  Check out some lovely pics from the
event.  

EMEM ISONG SET TO RELEASE ROMANTIC THRILLER, 'CHAMPAGNE'!

Our CEO  Emem Isong gets set for the release of her directorial debut, the romantic thriller tiled ‘Champagne’. Always one to push the envelope, she explores the concept of an open marriage between a young couple Tare Hopewell (played by Alex Ekubo) and his young wife Champagne (Rose Zimu).  

Synopsis: The couple  date other unsuspecting people mainly for money and perks until they bite off more than they can chew when they meet the enigmatic Mr. Douglas (expertly played by Majid Michel). Suddenly this seemingly harmless game of ‘hit & run’ turns into a deadly game of high stakes where the winner takes  all. This movie marks the directorial debut of Emem Isong who also produced the work.

                                                                          Majid Michel & Tana Adelana

                                                                    Some cast & crew 'Champagne' (US Shoot)

                                                                      Padita Agu & Mbong Amata

                                                                         James Costello & Emem

                                                   Tana with Susan Peters & Emem
The movie was shot in Johannesburg, South Africa and Houston Texas, U.S.A, ‘Champagne’ also stars Tana Adelana, Mbong Amata, Susan Peters & Padita Agu. The movie was associate produced by Uduak Oguamanam, cinematography was by Beanca and Tom Robson on the South African end and  James Costello on the American end. It screens in cinemas in Nigeria as from December 19^th. Make sure you go see it when it comes out!  

NEW VIDEO: THE MAKING OF 'APAYE'

Check out the making of the multiple nominated movie ‘Apaye’! The movie was shot in some parts of Bayelsa & Rivers state and is about the challenges a mother (Mrs Irene Yepayeye Uriah) faced while trying to raise six children in the creeks of Otakeme, Bayelsa state. The movie is a docu-dram done in honour of her. It stars Clarion Chukwurah, Kanayo O kanayo, Belinda Effah, Mbong Amata etc. It was directed by Desmond Elliot and produced by Emem Isong. It got about 5 Nominations at the 2014 AMAA Awards and won one and has 10 nominations for the upcoming GIAMA Awards taking place in Houston, USA

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-WUGb9edpvY

AFRIVILLE GETS SET TO OPEN FOR BUSINESS!

'Afriville' is soon open for business! Situated in the heart of Surulere, ‘Afriville’ is a family-oriented, Afrocentric hub! Put simply if you like African art, African food, music and films then this is the place for you! In an intimate chat with the proprietress Mrs Uduak Oguamanam, she explained that in keeping with the Afrocentric trend going on now she decided to build on Brand Africa.

According to her, ‘So many cultures come in and sell to us. Its time we sold our culture to ourselves. This is a place for the Alternative Afrocentric African.

If you love a nice, cosy, friendly, non-smoking place that you can bring your kids, friends and family too, all done up with an African theme, then this is the place for you!’

UDUAK OGUAMANAM GETS SET TO RELEASE 'JUMP & PASS'!

When the beautiful Belinda Effah, the handsome Alexx Ekubo, a troublesome May Owen, a philosopher, a pastor and the hilarious Ime Bishop are stuck in one house for many hours, what you get is Jump and Pass. Produced by Uduak Oguamanam and directed by Desmond Elliot.

AT THE DVD LAUNCH OF MBONG AMATA’S MOVIE ‘DARIMA’S DILEMMA’

On Sunday 8th of June the DVD Launch for Mbong Amata’s movie ‘Darima’s Dilemma’ was held at the prestigious Civic Centre on Ozumba Mbadiwe, Victoria Island, Lagos. The event was organized by Royal Art Academy and was well attended by celebrities from the film world such as Susan Peters, Agatha Amata, Chico Ejiro, Frederick Leonard, Uru Eke, Elvis Chuks, Uduak Oguamanam, I.K Ogbonna, Lancelot Imasuen, Padita Agu etc. The event was compered by the hilarious Chigurl who held it together through out the show. movie which is about a happily married couple who have all they wish for in a relationship till something terrible happens within the family. It tests all that is within and beyond them to face and fight the battle. The movie stars Mbong Amata (who also executive produced the project) Majid Michel, I.K Ogbonna, Ihuoma Nwigwe and Diana Yekini. It was directed by Lancelot Oduwa Imasuen and Consulting producer was Emem Isong. Check out some of the photos of those who attended the event.

Mr & Mrs Labcelot Oduwa Imasuen, Mbong Amata & Emem Isong

Emem & Chinasa (AMP)

Add captionAgatha Amata, Mbong & Agatha's daughter

Mbong with Uru Eke & Monalisa Chinda

Grace Johnson & Theresa Essien

Uduak Oguamanam, Emem Isong, Mbong & Lancelot

'DARIMA'S DILEMMA' SET FOR DVD LAUNCH!

Nollywood actress Mbong Amata gets set to release her debut movie as a producer. The film is titled ‘Darima’s Dilemma’ and stars Majid Michel, Mbong Amata, Diana Yekinni, I.K. Ogbonnna and many others. The movie was directed by Lancelot Oduwa Imasuen and supervising producer was Emem Isong of Royal Arts Academy.

The movie launch will take place at the Civic Centre, on Ozumba Mbadiwe Street, Victoria Island on the 8th of June. More on this later..

                                        Mbong with Majid Michel in a scene in the film

                                                    Mbong & co star I.K Ogbonna

'APAYE' DVD NOW OUT ON SALE! !

The AMAA nominated movie 'APAYE' is out on sale on DVD! ! Make sure you get your copy now! Apaye is a docu-drama that tells the true story of Elder Irene Yepayeye Uriah and her struggles to bring up six children alone in life. A Truely inspirational story that affects many who watch it. Starring Kanayo O Kanayo, Clarion Chukwura, Belinda Effah, Mbong Amata etc. produced by Emem Isong & directed by Desmond Elliot.

PHOTOS FROM THE PREMIERE OF 'KNOCKING ON HEAVEN'S DOOR'!

The premiere of ‘Knocking On Heaven’s Door’ took place yesterday April 18th at the Silverbird Galleria and it was a blast! The glitteratti came out to support the movie which critics have been raving is one of the best movies to be produced by Emem Isong so far. Also producing was Ini Edo-Ehiagwina who starred in the movie as well as fellow actors Majid Michel, Blossom Chukwujekwu, Adesuwa Etomi and many more. Directing was by Desmond Elliot, who has proven critics & naysayers wrong by refusing to listen to their ramblings and just concentrate on getting better & better. The movie was executive produced by Achievas Entertainment and continues to screen in cinemas nationwide. Check out some red carpet photos. Photos by Sola of Debbin Photos.

Emem Isong

Majid Michel

                                                                    Ini Edo-Ehiagwina

                                                                         Adesua Etomi

Blossom Chukwujekwu

Uche Jombo-Rodriguez

Uduak Oguamanam

Omoni Oboli

Bobby Michaels

Bola Aduwo

Lelee Byoma

Anthony Monjaro

Lancelot Oduwa Imasuen