Joke Silva Has Big Dreams for Nollywood

Legendary actor, Joke Silva, is honoured as a cinematic vanguard for her outstanding contributions to Nollywood over 45 years. Having worked across many facets of the industry— theatre, film, and television— in different creative capacities, Joke Silva is the paragon of excellence and longevity. In this interview, she speaks to us about the characters she has played and the impact they have had on her, her role in building the film ecosystem, and the iconic Nigerian women she wishes to bring back to life through film.