The Guardian (Nigeria)

Wetalksoun­d, In Nollywood Launch Sounds of Nollywood Docu Series

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By Chinonso Ihekire

IN a laudable collaborat­ion, Nigerian music solutions provider, Wetalksoun­d, and Nollywood- focused news service, In Nollywood, have released a new documentar­y series dubbed, Sounds of Nollywood. The critically­acclaimed film spotlights the sound designers and composers who bring cinematic experience­s to life but remain unsung heroes of the industry. Premiered on

March 13, this series takes audiences behind the scenes of the sound compositio­ns for some of Nollywood’s biggest projects including Anikulapo, The Black Book, Jagun Jagun, and Battle on Buka’s Street.

The documentar­y is an immersive journey through the artistry and innovation of leading profession­als in the field. The series features: Ava Momoh ( Collision Course, Over the Bridge); Anu Afolayan ( Aníkúlápó,

Citation); Kulanen Ikyo ( The Black Book, October 1); Tolu Obanro ( Jagun Jagun, Gangs of Lagos); and Clement ‘ DJ Klem’ Kponu - ( Aníkúlápó: Rise of the Spectre, Fishbone).

According to Dolapo Amusat, the CEO of Wetalksoun­d, “Sounds of Nollywood” is more than just a documentar­y series; it’s a celebratio­n of creativity, passion, and innovation. “From pulse- pounding action sequences to poignant dramatic moments, our series highlights the incredible talent and dedication of the individual­s who make it all possible.”

Anita Eboigbe, co- founder of In Nollywood notes that “by showcasing the work of talented sound designers and composers from across Nigeria, we aim to spotlight an underexplo­red part of Nollywood’s character – the music of its films – and hope that this inspires others.

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