The GIST

By Nollywood Boulevard

The GIST is our review of Nigerian and indeed African films, as well as films set in Africa or films with an African story. We peer behind the Nollywood veil and give our honest opinion to showcase th... more

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The podcast currently has 99 episodes available.

The GIST episodes:

July 25, 2018 E88 - Catch.er (2018) - Movie Review // The GIST
Ade & Kayode review E88 - Catch.er (2018)
Check out more movie reviews - http://nollywoodboulevard.com/the-gist/
SYNOPSIS
Detective Komolafe goes through the intricate maze that is the investigation into the murder of Abby Bello. Every time he gets close to confirming a suspect, some new evidence points him in another direction.
CAST
Alex Ekubo // Tony
O C Ukeje // Detective Komolafe
Beverly Naya // Abby
Kiki Omeili // MD
Blossom Chukwujekwu // Brume
Tope Tedela // Detective John
Gbenro Ajibade // Segun
CREW
Directed by // Walter Taylaur
Story by // Tunde Apalowo, Tari Ekiyor & Walter Taylaur
Cinematography // Paul Gambit & Idowu Adedapo
RUNNING TIME
77 mins
AVAILABLE ON
IrokoTV
...more
15min
July 11, 2018 E87 - The CEO (2016) - Movie Review // The GIST
Ade & Kayode review E87 - The CEO (2016)
Check out more movie reviews - http://nollywoodboulevard.com/the-gist/
SYNOPSIS
Five top level staff of a company are selected for a retreat where the new CEO of a global company will be chosen. What starts off as cordial soon goes sour as they attempt to outdo one another to be named The CEO.
CAST
Wale Ojo // Kola
Nico Panagio // Riikard
Kemi Lala Akindoju // Lisa
Peter King Nzioki // Jomo
Fatym Layachi // Yasmin
Angelique Kidjo // Dr. Zara Zimmerman
Hilda Dokubo // Suprintendent Ebenezer
Aurelie Eliam // Eloise
Jimmy Jean Louis // Jean-Marc
CREW
Directed by // Kunle Afolayan
Story by // Tunde Babalola
Cinematography // David Pietkiewicz
RUNNING TIME
109 mins
AVAILABLE ON
Amazon Video
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15min
July 04, 2018 E86 - The Royal Hibiscus Hotel (2017) - Movie Review // The GIST
Ade & Kayode review The Royal Hibiscus Hotel (2017)
Check out more movie reviews - http://nollywoodboulevard.com/the-gist/
SYNOPSIS
A disillusioned London chef visits Nigeria and struggles with her matchmaking mother and restoring the family's rundown hotel. She's heartbroken when she discovers the man she loves is buying it.
CAST
Zainab Balogun // Ope
Kenneth Okolie // Deji
Deyemi Okanlawon // Martin
Joke Silva // Augustina
Olu Jacobs // Richard
Jide Kosoko // Chief Segun Adeniyi
Rachel Oniga // Rose Adeniyi
O C Ukeje // Felix
Kemi Lala Akindoju // Chika
CREW
Directed by // Ishaya Bako
Story by // Nicole Brown, Yinka Ogun
Cinematography // Trevor A Brown, Malcolm McClean
RUNNING TIME
90 mins
AVAILABLE ON
IrokoTV
...more
14min
June 27, 2018 E85 - Happiness is a Four-Letter Word (2015) - Movie Review // The GIST
Ade & Kayode review Happiness is a Four-Letter Word (2015)
Check out more movie reviews - http://nollywoodboulevard.com/the-gist/
SYNOPSIS
Perfectionist Nandi seems to have the New South African Dream life within her grasp: a promotion to partner in a major firm, an upcoming marriage, the perfect house - but it all goes up in flames a few months before the wedding. With her friends Zaza and Princess, Nandi will have to find out what truly makes her happy and then fight to get it.
CAST
Renate Stuurman // Princess
Mmabatho Montsho // Nandi
Khanyi Mbau // Zaza
Tongayi Chirisa // Thomas
Richard Lukunku // Leo
Stevel Marc // Fabian
Chris Attoh // Chris
CREW
Directed by // Thabang Moleya
Story by // Busisiwe Ntintili
Cinematography // Lance Gewer Sasc
RUNNING TIME
88 mins
AVAILABLE ON
Amazon Video
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9min
June 20, 2018 E84 - Soul Tie (2017) - Movie Review // The GIST
Ade & Kayode review Soul Tie (2017)
Check out more movie reviews - http://nollywoodboulevard.com/the-gist/
SYNOPSIS
A newly married man receives an unpleasant shock on his wedding night when his wife reveals religious obligations that prevent consummation of the marriage.
CAST
Ramsey Nouah // Ade
Okawa Shaznay // Gloria
CREW
Directed by // Frank Arase
Story by // Frank Rajah Arase
Cinematography // Austin Nwaolie
RUNNING TIME
96 mins
AVAILABLE ON
IrokoTV
...more
15min
June 13, 2018 E83 - 93 Days (2016) - Movie Review // The GIST
Ade & Kayode review 93 DAYS (2016)
Check out more movie reviews - http://nollywoodboulevard.com/the-gist/
SYNOPSIS
Dr. Stella Adadevoh is a Nigerian endocrinologist who's briliant diagnosis and audacious quarantine of a Liberian diplomat helped curb a wider spread of the deadly, resurgent Ebola virus in Nigeria and beyond, despite pressures from the Liberian government.
CAST
Bimbo Akintola // Stella Adadevoh
Danny Glover // Dr Benjamin
Tina Mba // Yewande Adesina
Bimbo Manuel // Wasiu Gbademosi
Somkele Idhalama // Ada Igonoh
CREW
Directed by // Steve Gukas
Story by // Paul S Rowlston
Cinematography // Yinka Edwards
RUNNING TIME
117 mins
AVAILABLE ON
IrokoTV
...more
13min
June 07, 2018 EP082 - Banana Island Ghost (2017) - Movie Review // The GIST
Ade & Kayode review BANANA ISLAND GHOST (2017)
Check out more movie reviews - http://nollywoodboulevard.com/the-gist/
SYNOPSIS
In the event of a ghastly car accident, Patrick finds himself in transition between life and the afterlife. He requested to be allowed to find a soulmate and was allowed minimal time to make a plus size, disfunctional girl fall in love with him.
CAST
Chigul // Ijeoma
Tina Mba // Mum
Bimbo Manuel // Baba God
Patrick Diabuah // Patrick
Saidi Balogun // DPO
CREW
Directed // B B Sasore
Story by // B B Sasore
Cinematography // Ola Cardoso, Bamidele Sazus (Aerial)
Editor/Colourist // Seun Opabisi
RUNNING TIME
107 mins
AVAILABLE ON
IrokoTV
...more
16min
May 31, 2018 EP081 - In Sickness and Health (2018) - Movie Review // The GIST
Ade & Kayode review IN SICKNESS AND HEALTH (2018)
Check out more movie reviews - http://nollywoodboulevard.com/the-gist/
SYNOPSIS
Priye and Tinuke had a few months of a blissful marriage until Priye suddenly starts exhibiting strings of uncharacteristic behaviour. Tinuke takes on drastic measures to help cope.
CAST
OC Ukeje // Priye
Beverly Naya // Atinuke
Meg Otanwa // Lola
Adebukola Oladipupo // Amaka
Mawuli Gavor // Kunle
CREW
Directed by // Muyiwa Aluko
Story by // Muyiwa Aluko
Cinematography // Muyiwa Aluko
RUNNING TIME
104 mins
AVAILABLE ON
IrokoTV
...more
16min
May 23, 2018 EP080 - My WIfe and I (2017) - Movie Review // The GIST
Ade & Kayode review MY WIFE AND I (2017)
Check out more movie reviews - http://nollywoodboulevard.com/the-gist/
SYNOPSIS
A couple experiencing marital problems are heading towards a divorce. On their parent's request, they reluctantly meet a pastor for counselling and the unexpected happens.
CAST
Ramsey Nouah // Toyosi
Omoni Oboli // Ebere
Bolanle Ninalowo // Kayode
Seyi Law // Pastor Theophelos
Ngozi Nwosu // Bisi
CREW
Directed by // Bunmi Ajakaye
Story by // Chinaza Onuzo
Cinematography // Wale Adebayo, Richard Mabiaku
RUNNING TIME
100 mins
AVAILABLE ON
IrokoTV
...more
13min
May 16, 2018 EP079 - Bandits (2017) - Movie Review // The GIST
Ade & Kayode review BANDITS (2017)
Check out more movie reviews - http://nollywoodboulevard.com/the-gist/
SYNOPSIS
A poor man inherited a painting from his dead uncle. He sold the painting only to later discover that there was more to it than meets the eye.
CAST
Bethel Njoku // Fred
Stanley Chibunna // Amala
Linda Ejiofor // Chisom
Chioma Omeruah // Philomena
Joke Silva // Mrs Doherty
CREW
Directed by // Muyiwa Aluko
Story by // Damilola Orimogunje
Cinematography // George Joel
RUNNING TIME
99 mins
POSITIVE
- Loved the proposal scene, absolutely hilarious. Also loved the fact it was truncated as the point had been made (arrive late, leave early).
- Good use of imagined behaviour in the office. It helped show the characters nature. Good writing.
- Loved Linda's performance as usual...
- The characters were actually funny.
NEGATIVE
- Comedy tunes, God save me from them.
- Music was distracting in some scenes.
- Some scenes were drawn out for comedic effect at the expense of the story. Making the humour feel forced.
- Minor sound issues.
- Gaining access to a luxury home in Nigeria is nigh impossible.
- Planning the raid before she is confirmed as having the job or knowing the schedule.
VERDICT
NB - 3/5 // Okay
AVAILABLE ON
Amazon Prime
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FAQs about The GIST:

How many episodes does The GIST have?

The podcast currently has 99 episodes available.