Francis Onwochei

Francis Onwochei is a respected veteran in Nollywood, starting his career in the 1980s in theatre at the National Arts Theatre in Lagos. He gained prominence as an actor, filmmaker, and producer with notable works like Saving Alero, Raging Storm, and Claws of the Lion, contributing to the evolution of Nigerian storytelling from stage to film. Beyond acting, he has been influential as a consultant and jury head in the film industry. Onwochei is renowned for his commitment to storytelling and his discipline in filmmaking, bridging traditional theatre and contemporary cinema. His roles include film producer, theatre actor, scriptwriter, and jury head for the Best of Nollywood Awards. Overall, he significantly shapes Nollywood's structure and standards.