Nollywood Babylon
Originally released in 2009. Nollywood Babylon is a documentary film. directed by Ben Addelman. At just 74 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Osita Iheme
Synopsis
Nigeria's film industry, Nollywood, is the third-largest in the world--an unstoppable economic and cultural force that has taken the continent by storm and is now bursting beyond the borders of Africa. "Nollywood Babylon" is a feature documentary detailing the industry's phenomenal success. Propelled by a booming 1970s soundtrack of African underground music, the movie presents an electric vision of a modern African metropolis and a revealing look at the powerhouse that is Nigerian cinema.
Quick Facts
Release Date
July 3, 2009
16 years ago
Runtime
1h 14m
74 minutes total
User Rating
6.1/10
Good (7 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
Canada
Production
Directors
Top Cast
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- ONF | NFB
- AM Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nollywood Babylon about?
Nigeria's film industry, Nollywood, is the third-largest in the world--an unstoppable economic and cultural force that has taken the continent by storm and is now bursting beyond the borders of Afr...
Who directed Nollywood Babylon?
Nollywood Babylon was directed by Ben Addelman.
How long is Nollywood Babylon?
Nollywood Babylon has a runtime of 1 hours and 14 minutes (74 minutes total).
When was Nollywood Babylon released?
Nollywood Babylon was released on July 3, 2009 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Nollywood Babylon?
The main cast of Nollywood Babylon includes Osita Iheme.