Newly Spectacular
So tell me – are you looking for where to see movies in Osogbo?
Have you been told countless times that there are no “fun spots” in Osun’s capital city? Well, my friend, you’re in luck because I’m going to be sharing with you how I stumbled upon Dotbol Cinema! It was a delightful and unexpected discovery that I simply cannot keep to myself.
Dotbol Cinema is a paradise for movie enthusiasts and entertainment lovers alike. Nestled in the heart of Osogbo town this marvelous cinema offers a wide array of captivating films that cater to every taste and preference.
Whether you’re a fan of action-packed blockbusters, thought-provoking dramas, or heartwarming romantic comedies, Dotbol Cinema has got you covered.
Don’t miss out on this hidden gem; grab your popcorn, and find your seat. Ready?
And hey, heads up! If you’re only interested in my time at Dotbol Cinema, you can skip straight to the “How Do You Get to Dotbol Cinema?” subhead.
Let’s get seriously underway…
How it all began
For me, October 1, 2019 was probably going to go down as my best Independence Day Celebration ever. I planned to attend rhythmic cultural dances, beautiful national anthem renditions and colorful parades happening in Osogbo, Osun state.
So, first thing in the morning, my friend, Steve and I shared a quick okada ride to the Osogbo City Stadium but, we couldn’t thumbtack a single event anywhere. We looked and searched around, both at the Osogbo City Stadium and Freedom Park earlier that day but we could not find any action happening.
Osogbo was “officially” not celebrating Nigeria’s Independence Day.
Why? Tell me whyyyyy?! I was patriotically shocked.
Before calling it quits, I suggested to Steve that we try out a new cinema in the neighborhood, he totally agreed. Next, I pulled out my phone and checked the Google Maps app for directions to Dotbol Cinema – an entertainment center a friendly lady once recommended to me.
And just like that! We were off on another adventure!
How do YOU get to Dotbol Cinema?
Again, thank goodness for Google Maps, Dotbol Cinema was crazy easy to locate.
Though we were a little annoyed, Steve and I decided to take a nice stroll to Dotbol Cinema from Osogbo GRA. We passed through Freedom Park once again and made our way towards the highway that leads to Oyo state (where I had my first paintballing adventure – you can watch it here). We didn’t bother with the two main paths that would have taken us to Station Road.
Close to Nelson Mandela Park, we took a sharp left towards Funmi Hair Care and before long, I could hear the loud banging music from the cinema.
Hey there, if you happen to know the awesome Captain Cook Eatery, swing by and simply ask for the inside scoop on how to reach Fagbawesa Street. And yeahh! You’ll be transported to the fabulous Dotbol Cinema in a jiffy! Brace yourself for a movie experience that’ll potentially blow your mind!
Where is Dotbol Cinema located?
Dotbol Cinema is located at 10, Fagbawesa Street, Off Station Road, Osogbo.
What should I expect In Dotbol Cinema?
On arrival, I noticed the security operatives working fulltime and a quite sufficient parking space. Again, there was a larger parking area behind the cinema.
Situated on the first floor of the Home Makers Mall, Dotbol Cinema is nearly impossible to miss because of its large banner which adorns the upper half of the building.
As Steve and I made it up the flight of stairs to the floor, a cute lady asked if we would like any form of refreshments or finger foods. She also inquired about the movie we came to see.
It was like, seriously, such an awesome and friendly vibe, you know?
I was gunning for Hobbs and Shaw but Steve said he’d already seen it plus, it was showing quite late; four p.m. and we didn’t exactly have all day.
Another exciting movie on the catalogue was Crawl. We picked Crawl.
We both settled in our chairs, anticipating the call-time for Crawl and I had a conversation with a staff who was somewhat in charge of publicity. Apparently, Dotbol Cinema was relatively new in 2019 and in search of potential movie-goers in-and-about Osogbo.
Is food served in Dotbol Cinema?
Yes!
A delicious aroma enveloped the mini bar and restaurant’s atmosphere as people ordered smoothies, pastries, popcorn, asun, shawarma, cake, rice and swallow just over the counter.
Prices were affordable at the time, with many delicacies and refreshments costing less than *1,000 Naira.
I totally had my fair share, so snagging some chow is an awesome way to take a breather while waiting for a movie.
Osogbo’s very first CINEMA
Did you know? Dotbol Cinema is the first of its kind in Osogbo, Osun state.
Back in Lagos, I was used to “grand cinemas” like Genesis Cinema at Maryland Mall and Silverbird Cinema at Ikeja City Mall among others.
And in November of 2019, Osun Mall (Osogbo’s first shopping mall) opened its doors to spectators and shoppers.
No doubt, Osun Mall is a lurking competition for Dotbol Cinema. I guess you can agree, eventually.
But to be fair, Dotbol Cinema is indeed a good start for the mid-bustling Osogbo town and I think that its management will continue to improve customer satisfaction with time.
Now Watching Crawl
Harley suffers minor injuries after being attacked by a crocodile in the basement.
“Harley! Are you hurt?” Her dad asked.
“I’m fine dad, are you?”
Oh my, Crawl was absolutely worth the *1,000 Naira ticket. Watching Harley and her dad survive an apex predator with next to no weapon was completely sinister! Plus, the main screen is at least three metres wide so imagery was near-perfect.
Other factors that contribute to the enjoyment of a movie, as you’d agree, include having a credible air conditioning system and a high-quality sound system. These aspects at Dotbol Cinema made me realize that I no longer needed to go on long journeys or to distant places just to watch a movie.
Everything was here within my reach, in Osogboland.
Now, You Know…
…that your weekends in Osogbo besides visiting the Osun-Osogbo Grove or numerous art galleries in the capital city, can be much more interesting when you see a movie at Dotbol Cinema or whatever movie house springs up in the Osun Mall.
Osogbo truly offers a delightful blend of culture, history, and entertainment for all visitors.
Hey folk, have you heard about Dotbol Cinema before? Drop a comment down below if this is your first time!
Have a great and amazing week!
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