Edward Young (born Edward Osaretinmwen Erhahon) is a Nigerian filmmaker known for his debut production film Kasanova that became a box office success as the highest grossing Nigerian film in September 2019.[1][2] He was recognized by the Ooni of Ife Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, Ojaja II in 2020 for his contributions in the Nollywood sector.[3][4]
Eddy Young | |
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| Born | Edward Osaretinmwen Erhahon May 17 Benin city, Edo State, Nigeria |
| Nationality | Nigerian |
| Alma mater | University of Benin |
| Occupation(s) | Film Producer and Media Executive. |
| Years active | 2011–present |
| Notable work | Kasanova |
Life
editEddy was born to the family of Mr and Mrs Erhahon in Benin city, Edo state, Nigeria. He had all his Education in Benin city and received a Bachelor of Science degree in Adult and Non-Formal Education from the University of Benin.[5] His Career started as an on Air personality with Independent Television and Radio Benin and later served in Hitfm Calabar.[6] His major industry break was in January 2019 when he produced Kasanova[7] which has received reviews from critics and viewers.[8] The film made its debut in Nigerian cinema in September 2019[9] and debuted on Netflix in June 2020.[10] In the same year, he produced a web series titled The Badchelors which was premiered on 29 April.[11][12]
Filmography
edit- 2020 Old School Lives On (producer)
- 2020 Man Like Jimmy (producer)
- 2020 The Badchelors (web series) (producer)
- 2019 Kasanova (producer)
- 2019 Dejavu (producer)
- 2019 What Happened on 3rd Street (producer)
Source: [13]
See also
editReferences
edit- ^ "Nigerian Box Office: Here are the 3 biggest Nollywood winners for September 2019". www.pulse.ng. October 4, 2019. Retrieved June 15, 2020.
- ^ "Fojo Media in The Reunion, Kasanova". The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News. February 13, 2019. Retrieved June 15, 2020.
- ^ "Ooni of Ife decorates rising filmmaker, Eddy Young". Latest Nigeria News, Nigerian Newspapers, Politics. May 23, 2020. Retrieved June 15, 2020.
- ^ Medeme, Ovwe. "Filmmaker, Eddy Young Relishes Ooni's Award". Independent.NG. Archived from the original on November 28, 2021. Retrieved June 15, 2020.
- ^ "Eddy Young: Growing Up, I Really Wanted to be a Lawyer". THISDAYLIVE. August 31, 2019. Retrieved June 15, 2020.
- ^ "Eddy Young: Growing Up, I Really Wanted to be a Lawyer". THISDAYLIVE. August 31, 2019. Retrieved June 15, 2020.
- ^ Admin. "Eddy Young Set To Take Nollywood By Storm, To Premiere RomCom, Kasanova". Independent.NG. Archived from the original on November 28, 2021. Retrieved June 15, 2020.
- ^ Okechukwu, Daniel (September 16, 2019). "Kasanova is the best Nollywood Romantic Comedy You Will See in 2019". The Culture Custodian (Est. 2014). Retrieved June 15, 2020.
- ^ Ben. "Ireti Doyle, Wale Ojo, Ruby Akubeze, AY, Ayo Mogaji Ifan Micheals Dazzle on the Red Carpet at the Premier of 'Kasanova' the movie". Pulse. Retrieved June 19, 2020.
- ^ Aka. "Kasanova is coming soon to Netflix | 5 Things that Should Matter Today". YNaija. Retrieved June 19, 2020.
- ^ "The badchelors is here to feed your fix for Ngozi Nwosu and Lagos drama". YNaija. May 4, 2020. Retrieved June 15, 2020.
- ^ Medeme, Ovwe. "Eddy Young Thankful As He Adds Another Year". Independent.NG. Archived from the original on November 28, 2021. Retrieved June 15, 2020.
- ^ "Eddy Young | Producer". IMDb. Retrieved July 8, 2024.
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