Funke Akindele Credits Tyler Perry for Screenwriting Skills

In a recent interview, Nollywood icon Funke Akindele shared how she learned screenwriting by observing the works of Hollywood filmmaker Tyler Perry. Akindele stated that watching Perry's films, which often feature strong black female leads and emotionally charged narratives, significantly influenced her approach to filmmaking.

She expressed admiration for Perry, who is renowned for his comedic movies, particularly those centered around black family matriarchs, such as the character Madea. Akindele's own films reflect a similar embrace of strong female characters, mirroring the comic traits found in Perry's work.

This connection highlights the impact of Perry's storytelling on Akindele's career in the Nigerian film industry.