Anambra State-born actress and psychology graduate, Sharon Francis, has been in the Nollywood industry since 2011, with a major breakthrough role in the movie Shattered Mirror.

In an interview, Francis revealed that her passion for acting began at a young age, and she had been acting informally since the age of six, often practicing in front of a mirror. After attending numerous auditions, she was selected for a role in Shattered Mirror, a movie that featured renowned actors Majid Michel and Nkem Owoh. "After so many auditions, I was pronounced perfect for a role in the movie Shattered Mirror. I will never forget that date," she said.

Francis acknowledged that sex has commercial appeal across many industries, but stressed that filmmakers should exercise moderation and prioritize delivering meaningful messages to audiences. "Sex sells in every career in the world. But from my perspective, it is better to keep sexual actions on a low mode in movies because there are so many important messages to send to the world besides sex," she said.

The actress also weighed in on arguments that more explicit scenes make films appear realistic. While admitting that some level of sexual content may be necessary in storytelling, she warned against excessive use. "Soft porn in a movie is needed, but injecting it limitlessly makes it lose its meaning and vibe to the audience," she stated.

Francis maintained that while sensual scenes can serve a purpose in filmmaking, they should not overshadow the broader messages and themes that movies are meant to convey.

"Sex sells in every career in the world. But from my perspective, it is better to keep sexual actions on a low mode in movies because there are so many important messages to send to the world besides sex," Sharon Francis said.

Francis's comments come as the Nollywood industry continues to grapple with issues of artistic merit and audience expectations. As a leading figure in the industry, Francis's perspective on the use of sexual content in movies is likely to be closely watched.

About Sharon Francis

Sharon Francis is a Nigerian actress and psychology graduate who has been in the Nollywood industry since 2011. She has appeared in numerous films, including Shattered Mirror and several television dramas.

Key Facts

  • Sharon Francis has been in the Nollywood industry since 2011.
  • She has appeared in numerous films, including Shattered Mirror.
  • Francis has spoken out against excessive use of sexual content in Nollywood movies.
  • She argues that filmmakers should prioritize delivering meaningful messages to audiences.
  • Francis has been open about her own experiences in the industry, including attending numerous auditions.