The Real Reason Netflix Left Nigeria
NOLLYWOOD FILMMAKER EXPOSES REAL REASON BEHIND NETFLIX’S DEPARTURE FROM NIGERIA
Here’s the reality: Netflix would offer millions to a producer to make a film, but instead of using that money properly, the producer would pocket most of it and pay the crew next to nothing.
In a shocking revelation, Nollywood filmmaker, Nosa of Nollywood, has come forward to expose the real reason behind Netflix’s departure from Nigeria. According to Nosa, Netflix’s exit was not due to economic reasons, but rather because of the greed and dishonesty of some Nollywood producers.
Nosa took to social media to share her account of the events that led to Netflix’s departure. She alleged that Netflix would offer millions of dollars to producers to make films, but instead of using the money properly, the producers would pocket most of it and pay the crew very little.
Nosa claimed that Netflix eventually realized what was happening and decided to cut out the middleman. However, the producers, determined to get their cut, would secretly tell the crew to send part of their payment back to the producer.
Nosa’s account paints a picture of a corrupt system, where producers exploit crew members and actors, and Netflix’s departure is a result of this corruption.
REACTIONS FROM THE NOLLYWOOD COMMUNITY
The Nollywood community has been reacting to Nosa’s revelations, with many expressing shock and disappointment at the level of corruption and greed in the industry.
Some have praised Nosa for her courage in speaking out, while others have called for greater accountability and transparency in the industry.
IMPLICATIONS FOR NOLLYWOOD
The implications of Nosa’s revelations are far-reaching and could have a significant impact on the Nollywood industry. If true, the allegations of corruption and greed could damage the reputation of Nollywood and make it harder for producers to secure funding from international companies like Netflix.
Furthermore, the allegations could lead to calls for greater regulation and oversight of the industry, which could help to prevent similar incidents in the future.
CONCLUSION
Nosa’s revelations have shed light on the dark underbelly of the Nollywood industry and highlight the need for greater accountability and transparency. As the industry continues to grapple with the implications of these allegations, it is clear that change is needed to prevent similar incidents in the future.
EXCERPT
It’s Because Of Our Own Greed Nollywood Filmmaker, ‘Nosa Of Nollywood’ Reveals The Real Reason Netflix Left Nigeria
She wrote: “Netflix didn’t leave Nigeria because of the economy, so let’s not get it twisted.
It left because of greed and dishonesty among us. We’re often our own worst enemies.
Here’s the reality: Netflix would offer millions to a producer to make a film, but instead of using that money properly, the producer would pocket most of it and pay the crew next to nothing.
Eventually, Netflix realized what was happening and decided to cut out the middleman. They said, “We’ll pay the crew directly. Producer, just take this amount of money for the production itself and make us a great film.”
But the producer, still determined to get their cut, would secretly tell the crew, “Netflix is paying you X amount, but here’s the account number to send part of it back.” You had to agree to send a certain amount back in order to be employed by the producer.
And what could the crew do? Hunger dey, so they had no choice but to comply.
It wasn’t just the crew who got taken advantage of—actors were also exploited. The whole thing is a long, sad story. It’s why even Amazon pulled out too.
It’s heartbreaking, but it’s a harsh reality of how greed can destroy us and it doesn’t look like we care or are ready to change.
I hope that, wherever we are, we all choose to do better and be better. We deserve so much more in Nollywood.”
