Bukola Ogunsola
10 Feb
Before we dive in, please note this review contains spoilers. Bukola Ogunsola delivers a family drama that exposes the struggles of marriage, the burden of family expectations, and the secrets that refuse to stay buried. Director: Bukola Ogunsola Cast: Daniel Etim Effiong, Ariyiike Dimples, Stan Nze, Rita Dominic, Iyabo Ojo, Bukky Wright, Kalu Ikeagwu, Elma…
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Nollywood’s new family drama, Something About the Briggs, has kicked off at the box office with ₦22.5 million in its first weekend, making it the second highest-earning film within that period. The movie, which tells the story of a wealthy but troubled family, is already drawing cinema lovers in large numbers. The film hit cinemas…
25 Jan
What happens when a picture-perfect family unravels under the weight of long-kept secrets and misunderstandings? Something About The Briggs tells a compelling story of love, marriage, and second chances, brought to life by an all-star cast and a visionary director. Walking into the brightly lit photo studio on a Wednesday morning, the Guardian Life team is…
24 Jan
Popular Nollywood actress Bukky Wright has revealed that her passion for the compelling story of Something About The Briggs inspired her return to the Nigerian film industry after more than a decade away. The 57-year-old actress disclosed this during an exclusive interview with Guardian Life at a private press screening of the film in Lagos. Speaking…
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Nigerian filmmaker Bukola Ogunsola has unveiled the official trailer for her latest work, Something About The Briggs, which is scheduled for release in cinemas, on January 31st 2025. Following the success of her previous feature films, Happy Father’s Day and Another Father’s Day, the filmmaker recently shared the news on Instagram with excitement. “Here is…
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Nollywood filmmaker Bukola Ogunsola has shared insights into her latest project, Something About The Briggs, describing it as her most ambitious work yet. Scheduled for release in cinemas on January 31st, 2025, the film explores themes of marriage, love, and forgiveness, set against a backdrop of exceptional production quality. Speaking exclusively to Guardian Life during a…
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