ABSTRACT

This study looks into gender representation in Nollywood movie dialogues through a Critical Discourse Analysis (CDA) of selected contemporary films. The research focuses on how gender roles are constructed and represented in Nollywood, particularly in terms of the language used by male and female characters. By analyzing dialogues from films released in the last decade, the study aims to uncover the underlying ideologies about gender, power, and societal norms embedded in these narratives. The findings reveal that while Nollywood has made strides in presenting complex female characters, traditional gender stereotypes continue to dominate, with male characters often occupying positions of power and authority. The study also highlights the intersectionality of gender with other social factors, such as class and age, and examines how these influence the representation of male and female characters. This paper contributes to the broader discourse on gender in African cinema, emphasizing the role of language in both reinforcing and challenging traditional gender norms in society.