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Why queue for tickets? Get a movie in minutes; as MultiChoice launches BoxOffice in Nigeria

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Why queue for tickets? Get a movie in minutes; as MultiChoice launches BoxOffice in Nigeria

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MultiChoice has officially launched BoxOffice in Nigeria, in what is yet another move to provide DStv subscribers with the ultimate in home television entertainment.

BoxOffice is a service that allows subscribers to conveniently rent and watch the latest blockbuster movies in the comfort of their homes, right on their DStv Explora decoders.

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Start exploring: Contact an agent and get your Explora

With BoxOffice, DStv subscribers can now rent and keep movies for up to 48 hours, for N400 per movie, and your first movie is courtesy of DStv Nigeria. Thereafter customers using the service may choose to use any of the flexible payment options to rent and make anytime movie time with BoxOffice.

Box Office will give subscribers access to a wide variety of movies from comedy, drama and family movies, to horror, fantasy and a whole lot more, including a selection of great Nollywood titles such as “Plantain Girl” and “In Her Shoes” to start with.

Mr. John Ugbe, the Managing Director of MultiChoice Nigeria says that with BoxOffice, DStv Premium subscribers can enjoy the best and latest of Hollywood and Nollywood on their Explora decoders.

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“DStv services like BoxOffice form part of a bigger MultiChoice strategy to use cutting-edge technological innovation to help people enjoy some of the best entertainment available at a time that’s convenient to them.

“And with the all-new Explora decoder, we’re taking on demand video to a whole new level, by offering subscribers an experience that mimics the Internet, but on a decoder, and without the high data bills.”

“With this innovative service,” Ugbe adds, “our subscribers can watch the latest blockbusters before they become available on TV, legitimately. “BoxOffice delivers quality, simplicity, choice and convenience at the touch of the GREEN Button”

BoxOffice on Explora

With up to 20 movies at any one time, the DStv Explora is packaged with a brand new, stylish HD user interface, which makes finding favourite movies on BoxOffice so much easier.

Content is displayed using HD poster-art – just like an Internet video service.  In addition, the Explora has powerful search features that help subscribers find movies quicker and easier as it searches across the Electronic Programme Guide. Explora’s remote control further enhances the experience with dedicated shortcut buttons to BoxOffice and other viewing options. You can also watch a trailer of the movie before renting.

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Available to rent on BoxOffice now

*To register for the BoxOffice service, SMS your Smart Card number to 32051.

12 Years a Slave

The incredible true story of one man’s fight for freedom. In the pre-Civil War United States, Solomon Northup, a free black man from upstate New York, is abducted and sold into slavery. Facing cruelty and unexpected kindnesses, Solomon struggles not only to stay alive, but to retain his dignity.Starring: Chiwetel Ejiofor, Michael Fassbender, Benedict Cumberbatch
Director: Steve McQueen
 
In Her Shoes

Funke demonstrates gross ingratitude when she attempts to take over the home of her best friend Peju who brings her out of the village to experience the city life. She soon finds herself back to square one for her high-handedness.Starring: Rukky Sanda, Oge Okoye, Yemi Blaq, Ikay Ogbonna
Director: Rukky Sanda
 
Frozen

Fearless optimist Anna teams up with Kristoff in an epic journey, encountering Everest-like conditions, and a hilarious snowman named Olaf in a race to find Anna’s sister Elsa, whose icy powers have trapped the kingdom in eternal winter.Starring: Kristen Bell, Idina Menzel, Jonathan Groff
Director: Chris Buck
 
Lagos Cougars

Three professional, single ladies in their forties, bored with life decide to let go of their inhibitions and take a walk on the wild side. They indulge in relationships with some young, hot studs! The result? One long, delicous pleasure ride.Starring: Monalisa Chinda, Uche Jombo, Alexx Ekubo, Bobby Michaels
Director: Desmond Elliot

Asuquo Eton founded talkmediaafrica.com, now one of the most visited TV, music, tech and features website, in 2011. He is also a social media analyst, media and entertainment consultant.

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