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The Mirror Boy (2011)

Bitterly disappointing

[3/10 · 21 October 2013]

This picture had the premise for a great story and started out okay before descending into the same rehashed 'Nollywood' stereotypes - lacking depth of character or some sort of logic to the plot. The story floats around aimlessly without any character really convincing you of their journey as they simply appear and dissipate from the film. The only redeeming quality of this film is the Genevive Nnaji's performance which was barely competent but not earth shattering.

I really wanted 'The Mirror Boy' to be impressive and hoped the IMDb rating, which is usually a good yardstick, was warranted unfortunately this has turned out to be one of the rare exceptions when it is wide off the mark.

Underground (2003)

Brilliant short... you have to watch it!

[8/10 · 19 August 2013]

Just stumbled on 'Underground' and must say, I was pleasantly surprised and delighted by this fine short! I can't say too much as I don't want to give it away, it has been a while I've seen a short film that wasn't just a good watch but one that gets you to think. It is well paced, has a good plot and delivers an arresting story

Brilliantly shot with 3 main characters keeping you guessing the whole time. This is one you don't want to know much about before you watch it... and the last few shots after the climax nothing short of genius! Underground proves the point - its all about the story. I am so surprised I only just seen it as its been out for a while.