The Peaky Blinders: Birmingham’s notorious gang behind the hit series

Long before they became global TV icons, the real Peaky Blinders roamed the gritty streets of Birmingham in the late 19th century, forging a fearsome reputation not through organized crime empires, but through street brawls, illegal betting, and defiant style. Emerging from the impoverished neighborhoods of Birmingham around the 1880s, the original Peaky Blinders were […]

‘Breaking Bad effect’: Hit TV show sparks surge in student interest in chemistry

High schools across the globe have reported a surprising rise in student interest in chemistry and science-related careers, a trend many attribute to the influence of the critically acclaimed television series Breaking Bad. Although the show ended over a decade ago, its cultural impact continues to be felt in classrooms. Educators say that the series, […]

Agasobanuye:The voices that brought movies to life in Kinyarwanda

In Rwanda, film dubbing took on a unique form known as Agasobanuye, a style that brought foreign films to life in Kinyarwanda. Central to this development was Nkusi Thomas, widely known as Yanga, who pioneered a new way for Rwandans to experience international cinema. Born in 1980, Yanga developed an early interest in movies, music, […]

“Behind Series”, Rwanda’s must-watch drama

Rwanda’s burgeoning film industry is making significant strides, and at the forefront of this exciting wave is “Behind Series,” an emotional drama that has quickly become a national phenomenon. Created by filmmaker Yves Mizero Wayeem, the series is currently in its third season and has garnered widespread acclaim for its unflinching portrayal of real-life struggles […]

“MobLand”: A gripping dive into london’s underworld nears its climax

The British crime drama series “MobLand,” created and written by Ronan Bennett, has captivated audiences with its intense portrayal of warring London crime families, the Harrigans and the Stevensons. The series, which premiered on Paramount+ on March 30, 2025, features a star-studded cast including Tom Hardy as Harry Da Souza, a “fixer” for the Harrigans, […]

Spiritual, fun, and family-ready: Movies to brighten your Easter weekend

Easter is not only a sacred time of remembrance for Christians, but also a moment for families and communities to gather, rest, and reflect. Celebrated to honour the resurrection of Jesus Christ, Easter is one of the most important religious holidays in the Christian calendar. In Rwanda, the government supports this spiritual season by granting […]

Ben Affleck to release a movie about “Air Jordan” shoes

Benjamin Geza Affleck known in the movie as ‘Ben Affleck’ is set to release a movie portraying the history of the production of ‘Air Jordan’ shoes. Titled ‘Air’, the movie is directed by Affleck and written by Alex Convery; it tells the story of Nike’s pursuit to sign Michael Jordan and rescue the shoe and […]

Cracking the Rwandan film industry at a young age

Producing blockbuster movies that would compete nation wide and internationally was Gahanzi Kenan’s dream. During the pandemic(COVID-19), he produced his first movie titled ‘SORROW THE BEGINNINIG’ a short movie about a nineteen year old addict who lost his family in a car accident. The success of ‘sorrow the beginning’ motivated Kenan to work on another […]

Movie Review: The Man from Toronto

Initially released on the 24th of June 2022, the plot follows a case of mistaken identity forcing a bumbling entrepreneur to team up with a notorious assassin in hopes of staying alive. Starring Kevin Hart a comedic genius and Woody Harrelson a mid comedian, the movie is pretty funny in my opinion, the incorporation of […]