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This summary provides an overview of the various aspects of Nigerian video films and TV dramas. Chapter 1 critiques the distribution strategy and commercial interests in serialized films. Chapter 2 explores the theme of money rituals and advocates for promoting honest hard work. Chapter 3 discusses the responsible portrayal of sex scenes in Nollywood films. Chapter 4 analyzes acting techniques in Nigerian video films and suggests improvements. Chapter 5 emphasizes storytelling and conveying meaningful messages. Chapter 6 addresses aesthetics and technical flaws in Nollywood directing. Chapter 7 explores film's role in addressing social problems and highlights collaboration. Chapter 8 examines social criticism in TV dramas and its role in driving social change. Chapter 9 discusses morality in children's TV dramas, advocating for moral-focused productions. Chapter 10 explores the contributions of TV drama to national development. Finally, Chapter 11 advocates for documentary drama as a genre of history and proposes producing a documentary on Professor Saad Abubakar's biography. The book emphasizes the importance of cultural preservation, responsible storytelling, and social impact.
About the author
Jacob Ioraa es profesor titular y director del Departamento de Artes Teatrales de la Universidad de Maiduguri (Nigeria). Es diplomado, licenciado y máster en Artes Teatrales por la Universidad de Ibadán, y doctor en Artes Teatrales por la Universidad de Abuja. Entre sus campos de investigación figuran los estudios cinematográficos, la teoría y crítica dramáticas y el teatro radiofónico y televisivo.
