While humans are not able to travel back in time, it is still possible to understand the past by watching historical movies. Nollywood movies about the past allow us to see and understand the life, beauty, and atmosphere of how life used to be in Africa.
Nollywood movies set in the past are a great way to get away from all the problems of today. On the other hand, they are a reminder that nothing has really changed and we still face the same problems.
‘Invasion 1897’
The nostalgia of the years past, the lost gifts, and nature that Nigeria is blessed with always comes back when watching this Nollywood movie. It offers a temporary escape into the beauty of a lost age.
‘Half of a Yellow Sun’
The artistic portrayal of the Nigerian civil war in ‘Half of a Yellow Sun’ was undeniably nostalgic. No wonder the movie was such huge hits in 2013. It takes us back with archival footage to help us realize that some answers are still missing. Historical movies like this challenge old views of history and are likely going to be a tool of reassessment.
’76’
The great historical Nollywood movie ’76’ focuses on tribalism and political crimes. The murder of Murtala Mohammed became a huge part of the issues the country is facing. Years later, Nigeria continues to fight tribalism and political crimes. ’76’ features Ramsey Nouah and Rita Dominic.
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