Archive for October 2009
Harambee Festival Film Sreening hosts "Hurricane in the Rose Garden"
DALLAS – City Council Woman Carolyn Davis emphasized the need for exposure of African American theatre to the international community. She was the hostess at the Harambee Festival Film Screening of Hurricane in the Rose Garden. Hurricane in the Rose Garden which features stars such as Pascal Atuma, Hakeem Kazim, Tangi Miller and Aloma Wright tells a story about what happens when a happily married couple’s life is suddenly turned upside-down during an unwelcome visit from the husband’s very traditional and very opinionated Nigerian Mom.
Photos by Tosan Aduayi and Chibuzor Okonta for Trendy Africa. Trendy Africa is a Multi Media Production Company based in Texas and are Publishers of Trendy Africa Magazine, Trendy Africa Fashion Xtra and www.trendyafrica.com
Movie Review: "SKIN"
A powerful and poignant drama based on real events, “Skin” is the true story of a black child born in the 50s to white parents in apartheid South Africa.
Sandra Laing (Sophie Okonedo) is distinctly black — in appearance at least — despite the fact that both her parents, Abraham (Sam Neill) and Sannie (Alice Krige) are white Afrikaners.
Store owners in a remote area of Eastern Transvaal, South Africa, Abraham and Sannie are unaware of their own individual black genetics and have lovingly raised Sandra as their white little girl. Things soon drastically change when she is sent to an all white boarding school in the neighboring town of Piet Retief.
Ridiculed and shunned by her classmates, she’s finally examined by State officials after several complaints pour in from other parents and teachers. After being classified as ‘colored,’ she is expelled from the school and the story soon becomes an international scandal as her parents tackle the Supreme Court to have the classification reversed.
The movie follows Sandra’s thirty-year journey from rejection to acceptance, betrayal to reconciliation as she struggles to find a footing in a prejudiced world. Desperate to resemble her parents and brother Leon (Hannes Brummer), she even attempts to scrub her skin white by using household cleaners when lightening creams fail.
With scenes carefully structured to tug at heart strings, particularly poignant is the test State officials perform to ascertain Sandra’s race. This involves seeing if a pencil delicately placed in her curly hair would fall out with a slight headshake.
Okonedo (“Hotel Rwanda”) puts on a breathtaking performance as an older Sandra whilst the younger Sandra is beautifully played by Ella Ramangwane.
A heartbreaking drama, “Skin” is one of the most moving stories to emerge from apartheid-era South Africa and has already won numerous accolades.
“Skin” releases in theatres October 30
Samantha Ofole-Prince is an entertainment journalist based in Los Angeles and can be reached on sofole@gmail.com
Picture Credits
1. Sophie Okonedo as Sandra Laing in Skin
2. Sannie, Sandra, Abraham in Skin
(Credit: Umberto Adagg)
BOUQUI: The REDEFINITION TOUR. A trendy africa exclusive
DALLAS – African top Gospel Cross over artist BOUQUI has performed in not less than eight USA cities on her REDEFINITION tour. Such venues include Indiana, New York, Bowie, Laurel and Baltimore. Her stop in Texas was the perfect opportunity to conduct an exclusive photo session as well as an interview.
Her Christian faith and strong belief in the words of God as laid out in the Holy Bible is however the factor to the formation of the BOUQUI brand.
An alumnus of Obafemi Awolowo University and an accomplished broadcaster at Eko FM, Lagos, BOUQUI started her professional career with an all girl group called G-Vibes several years ago before going solo and changing her focus and style to suit urban contemporary Nigeria and still deliver in terms of message and emotion.
Enjoy the photo clips and stay tuned for excerpts from the interview.
Photos by Tosan Aduayi and Chibuzor Okonta for Trendy Africa. Trendy Africa is a Multi Media Production Company based in Texas and are Publishers of Trendy Africa Magazine, Trendy Africa Fashion Xtra and www.trendyafrica.com
Difference between a Cold and H1N1 Flu Symptoms
Fever – Fever is rare with a cold. Fever is usually present with the flu in up to 80% of all flu cases. A temperature of 100°F or higher for 3 to 4 days is associated with the H1N1 flu.
Coughing – A hacking, productive (mucus- producing) cough is often present with a cold. A non-productive (non-mucus producing) cough is usually present with the H1N1 flu (sometimes referred to as dry cough).
Aches – Slight body aches and pains can be part of a cold. Severe aches and pains are common with the H1N1 flu.
Stuffy Nose – Stuffy nose is commonly present with a cold and typically resolves spontaneously within a week. Stuffy nose is not commonly present with the H1N1 flu.
Chills – Chills are uncommon with a cold. 60% of people who have the H1N1 flu experience chills.
Tiredness – Tiredness is fairly mild with a cold. Tiredness is moderate to severe with the H1N1 flu.
Sneezing – Sneezing is commonly present with a cold. Sneezing is not common with the H1N1 flu.
Sudden Symptoms – Cold symptoms tend to develop over a few days. The H1N1 flu has a rapid onset within 3-6 hours. The flu hits hard and includes sudden symptoms like high fever, aches and pains.
Headache – A headache is fairly uncommon with a cold. A headache is very common with the H1N1 flu, present in 80% of flu cases.
Sore Throat – Sore throat is commonly present with a cold. Sore throat is not commonly present with the H1N1 flu.
Chest Discomfort – Chest discomfort is mild to moderate with a cold. Chest discomfort is often severe with the H1N1 flu.
Power Disrupts FIFA U 17 Football game in Kano
KANO – Electric Power once again reared its cursed head at the FIFA U 17 world cup series in Nigeria. The game between Spain and USA was disrupted twice as the floodlights shut down due to power failure. The scene reminded one of the official game stops and time outs during an NFL or NBA game.
Spain however earned the fastest red card in tournament history in their come-from-behind 2-1 win over USA while near neighbors Italy ground out a slim win over a stingy Algerian outfit.
The power disruption during a world standard tournament ironically has occurred during the tenure of a President that had promised a power emergency once elected. In a recent development, the local organizing committee received a whooping additional 3.6 Billion Euros from the Federal Government.
QQ (Quick Questions)
– Is it possible to dedicate a generator to each flood light with a fraction of the money?
– Where was President Yar’Adua during the opening ceremony?
– Did you notice all the empty seats at the opening ceremony?
Photo by Afolabi Sotunde for Trendy Africa. Trendy Africa is a Multi Media Production Company based in Texas and are Publishers of Trendy Africa Magazine, Trendy Africa Fashion Xtra and www.trendyafrica.com
25th Wedding Anniversary and 50th Birthday of Foluso and Layo Odusanwo
HOUSTON – Traditional attires rocked the thanksgiving service at the RCCG redemption chapel venue but the evening dinner was a different ball game. Dinner attires through and through. You had to be there to believe. You never would imagine how beautiful Africans could be decked in English attires.
Stick around for more fun photos.
Photos by Tosan Aduayi and Folake Bukoye for Trendy Africa. Trendy Africa is a Multi Media Production Company based in Texas and are Publishers of Trendy Africa Magazine, Trendy Africa Fashion Xtra and www.trendyafrica.com
Mrs. Toyin Thanni Shittu Marks 50th Birthday
HOUSTON – She is generally described as a stickler for perfection and a disciplinarian in a beautiful way. Mrs.Toyin Thanni Shittu looked outstandingly delectable as she greeted guests that attended her 50th birthday celebration at the grand ballroom in Houston.
Photos by Tosan Aduayi for Trendy Africa. Trendy Africa is a Multi Media Production Company based in Texas and are Publishers of Trendy Africa Magazine, Trendy Africa Fashion Xtra and www.trendyafrica.com
SAPELE WATER SET TO EXPLORE AFRICAN CUISINE
Sapele Water; a unique CONCEPT and a facebook group created by Trendy Africa Media is aimed at exploring and exposing the world of RICH AFRICAN CONTINENTAL CUISINE. Africa is endowed with thousands of tribes that are characterized by unique MEALS conjured using a multi mixture of SPICES.
Sapele Water brings the EXPERIENCE of AFRICAN Cuisine to LIFE.
We will expose the nutritional and healing values of your favorite DISH. SAPELE WATER IS GUARANTEED TO CREATE A MOUTH WATERING EXPERIENCE.
A Taste Of Elegance With A Twist Of Soul! (Kreations By Kanan “KBK” Upscale Catering Service)
Southern Station:
Mixed Greens (Collards and Mustards), Homemade Macaroni and Cheese, Fried Baby Back Ribs and Slow Roasted Brisket
Italian Station:
KBK Signature Baked Lasagna, Angel Hair Pasta with shrimp and Garlic Parmesan Rolls
Creole Station:
Seafood, Sausage and Chicken Breast Gumbo, Crawfish Pies and Blackened Tilapia
Mexican Station:
Chicken Enchiladas, Fiesta Rice and Seven Layer Dip
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Oby and Sam Ifejika Wedding in Dallas
DALLAS – The posted photos merely capture a sneak insight of an eventful ceremony that revealed the authentic and rich cultural values of Africa. The couple, Obiageriaku and Samuel Chukwunwuike Ifejika radiated with joy all through the event (did they really have a choice??).
It was surely the brides day as she displayed some youthful dance moves to the admiration of all present.
The Wedding ceremony which was witnessed by a large turnout of family, friends and well wishers held at the all Nations International Church in Arlington. The celebration eventually climaxed at the Blue Cypress Hotel grand ballroom also in Arlington.
Photos courtesy of Uche Ogbonna – Image and Likeness Photography
2009 MTN Nigeria Music Fest
The 2009 MTN Nigeria Music Fest, which will be a One day event to be held in Lagos on November 21 and Owerri on the 28th of November.
The Nigerian Music Fest (NMF) is an annual musical EXTRAVAGANZA expressed in a proudly Nigerian manner. NMF will create a platform for music artistes of various genres, cultures and background to perform and promote Nigerian music.
NMF aims to be a truly Nigerian musical experience like no other, where Nigerians will be treated to a whole day of highly creative musical performances, exhibitions, display of top proudly Nigerian brands. NMF will showcase a cross section of contemporary, hip hop, highlife, Juju.
Trendy Africa – official International Media for MTN Nigeria Music Fest
For More Details, go to
http://www.Nigeriamusicfest.com
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