Rita Dominic
Rita Dominic is a Nigerian actor and film producer known for her work in Nollywood, Nigeria’s film industry.
The Meeting: A Nigerian romantic comedy-drama film directed by Mildred Okwo. Dominic starred in this film, which became one of her best-known screen roles.
Mildred Okwo: A Nigerian filmmaker, screenwriter, and producer. Okwo directed two prominent Dominic films, The Meeting and La Femme Anjola.
Imo State: A state in southeastern Nigeria, with Owerri as its capital. Dominic was born in Mbaise, which is in Imo State.
Africa Movie Academy Award for Best Actress in a Leading Role: An Africa Movie Academy Award recognizing a leading performance by an actress. Dominic won this award for her performance in 76.
76: A Nigerian historical drama film set around the 1976 military coup and its aftermath. Dominic played Suzy in this period drama, a notable role in her filmography.
Genevieve Nnaji: A Nigerian actor, filmmaker, and producer associated with Nollywood. Nnaji and Dominic are leading figures of the same generation of Nollywood actors.
University of Port Harcourt: A public university in Choba, Rivers State, Nigeria. Dominic studied theatre arts at this university before building her acting career.
Africa Movie Academy Awards: Annual awards recognizing achievement in African cinema. Dominic’s award for 76 brought continental recognition to her work.
Sharon Stone in Abuja: A Nigerian comedy film directed by Ndu Scott. Dominic’s performance in this early-career film helped establish her screen presence.
Omotola Jalade Ekeinde: A Nigerian actor, singer, and philanthropist known for Nollywood films. Her long career offers a close point of comparison with Dominic’s screen work.