Half of a Yellow Sun, based on the novel by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, is now available for streaming on Amazon Prime Video and Peacock. The film, released in 2013 and directed by Biyi Bandele, depicts the impact of the Nigerian Civil War on ordinary people. It follows the lives of twin sisters Olanna and Kainene, and their lovers Odenigbo and Richard. The star-studded cast includes Chiwetel Ejiofor, Thandiwe Newton, Anika Noni Rose, Joseph Mawle, John Boyega, Genevieve Nnaji, Onyeka Onwenu, Hakeem Kae-Kazim, Babou Ceesay, Susan Wokoma, and Jude Orhorha. Half of a Yellow Sun received critical acclaim for its portrayal of an epic love story set in 1960s Nigeria during the war. To stream the movie on Amazon Prime Video, viewers can sign up for a membership. For those interested in watching on Peacock, they can visit the website and choose a payment plan.
Adire, a film released on November 3, 2023, found success on streaming platforms like Netflix after a brief cinema run. It is currently number 4 on the Top Movies in Nigeria Today list on Netflix. The film follows the story of a retired 'lady of the evening' in Oyo town and her new fashion business. Adire stars Kehinde Bankole in the titular role and is directed by Adeoluwa Owu. The film has received mixed reviews, with criticism of its chaotic story elements and competing themes. Adire is available for streaming on Netflix.
The Yellow Handkerchief, a drama-romance film about an ex-convict planning to reunite with his wife, is also available to watch on Amazon Prime Video. The story follows the ex-convict hitchhiking with two teenagers, Martine and Gordy, leading to an unlikely bond. The film explores themes of human connection, redemption, and love. The cast includes Maria Bello, Kristen Stewart, William Hurt, Eddie Redmayne, Veronica Russell, George Coulson, Rebecca Newman, Michael D. Kennedy, and Lucy Faust. To watch The Yellow Handkerchief on Amazon Prime Video, users need to sign in and create an account, then sign up for a Prime Video membership. The membership costs $14.99 per month or $139 per year with an Amazon Prime membership, or $8.99 per month for a standalone Prime Video membership.
Peace by Chocolate is a comedy-drama film released in June 2021 that revolves around the Hadhad family's exodus from Syria during the Syrian civil war. The film, directed by Jonathan Keijser and co-written with Abdul Malik, premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival in 2020. It follows the journey of Isam Hadhad and his son, Tareq Hadhad, as they seek refuge in Antigonish, Canada, after the bombing of their chocolate factory in Syria. The film celebrates the strength of the human spirit and the power of simple pleasures like chocolate. Peace by Chocolate stars Hatem Ali and Ismail Sharya, with other cast members including Yara Sabri, Najla Al Khamri, and Frank Gallant. It is available for streaming on Amazon Prime Video and Peacock. Amazon Prime Video is an online streaming service with a vast library of movies, TV shows, and documentaries, while Peacock is NBCUniversal's streaming service with thousands of movies and TV shows. To watch Peace by Chocolate on Amazon Prime Video, users need to go to the website, sign in or create an account, and sign up for a Prime Video membership. The membership costs $1.99 per month or $39.99 per year. To watch Peace by Chocolate on Peacock, users need to go to the PeacockTV.com website, click 'Get Started,' choose a payment plan (either $5.99 per month or $59.99 per year for premium, or $11.99 per month or $119.99 per year for premium plus additional), and create an account. Peacock offers access to over 80,000 hours of television, movies, and sports, with the option to download select titles and watch them offline. The film tells the story of a young Syrian refugee's struggle to adapt to his new life in a small Canadian town while preserving his family's chocolate-making legacy. It is available for streaming on Amazon Prime Video and Peacock.
This news adds to the growing recognition and availability of Nigerian cinema on streaming platforms. Half of a Yellow Sun, Adire, and The Yellow Handkerchief join other Nigerian films that have found success and a global audience through streaming services. The availability of these films allows audiences worldwide to access and appreciate the rich storytelling and cultural significance of Nigerian cinema. As streaming platforms continue to expand their international offerings, Nigerian films are gaining more visibility and contributing to the global conversation about diverse and compelling storytelling. [10e2d2c6] [9a5ca2f4] [1fcab9bd] [ba5758a9]