5 things only those who watched Nollywood movie trailers in the 90s will understand

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May 16, 2016 4:29 PM

Grab your copy NOW!

5 common things in all Nollywood movie trailers in the 90s

Those of us who grew up to the likes of Karashika, living in bondage, true confessions, blood money amongst the endless list, would know that once the movie trailer shows up on TV, you have no other choice than to stay glued to the screen.

Not because the trailer is the best in town, but because of the quality of sounds from the hypeman/ voice over artiste. These noises are not wasted as it makes us go to the nearest video club or retailer to buy the advertised movie.

The sounds changes even the calmest romantic drama to a disturbing scary action movie.

Listed below are five things Nigerians can relate to in Nollywood movie trailers in the 90s.

1. The finishing statement "Grab your copy NOW!"

2. The Screaming hypeman

3. Available at “51, Iweka Rd, Onitsha” or “1/3, Palm Road, Aba” or “Ebinpejo lane, Idumota, Lagos”

4. Marketed and distributed by Arinze and sons Limited.

5. The disturbing drum sound that comes after the introduction of each member of the cast.

If you were not graced with watching the all time classic, Karashika... See video below;

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