Kunle Afolayan is a Nigerian filmmaker whose works, including ‘The Figurine’ and adaptations of Nigerian literary works, are known for high production values and historical storytelling. He runs Golden Effects Pictures and the KAP Film Institute, which trains new filmmakers.
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Kunle Afolayan
Filmmaker & Producer
Location: Lagos, Nigeria
Filmmaker known for period dramas and literary adaptations that have helped raise Nollywood's international profile.
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Profile details
- Organisation
- Golden Effects Pictures
- Profession
- Film Director, Film Producer
- Industry
- Film
- Location
- Lagos, Nigeria
- Category
- Entertainment
- Verification
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