5 highly anticipated Nigerian movies headed to AFRIFF 2023.
A few selections from the large amount of Nigerian films representing us at the festival.
The Africa International Film Festival (AFRIFF) is an annual film festival that takes place in nigeria. The 12th edition of the Africa International Film Festival is set to take place from the 5th to 11th of November at the Landmark Centre in Lagos.
. Afamefuna
The feature-length film addresses the Igbo apprenticeship culture in Nigeria and its impact on the easterner’s economy. It also highlights the system of successful Igbo men passing on their knowledge and blessings to apprentices, perpetuating the cycle of wealth creation. the movie is Directed by Kayode Kasum.
The cast includes Kanayo O. Kanayo, Stan Nze, Alexx Ekubo, Atlanta Bridget Johnson, Segun Arinze, Jide Kene Achufusi, and Noble Igwe.
Afamefuna is in competition under the narrative features category.
. All the Colours of the World Are Between Black and White
The film follows the lives of two men named Bambino and Bawa who meet in Lagos during a photography competition and immediately hit it off. the movie is Directed by Babatunde Apal
During their long trips exploring Lagos, they develop a deep affection for each other and must deal with the pressure that comes with living in a society that is against homosexuality.
The cast includes Tope Tedela, Riyo David, Martha Ehinome Orhiere, Uche Chika Elumelu, and Floyd Anekwe.
All the Colours of the World Are Between Black and White is in competition under the narrative features category.
. Black Harvest
Black Harvest explores the underworld of illegal organ trafficking and transplant tourism as goons for hire guarding hostages who were held in a kidnap-for-ransom situation. They soon discover that their employer’s business isn’t exactly what was advertised and find themselves in the same predicaments as their victims.the movie is directed by James Amuta.
The cast includes Zack Orji, Kelechi Udegbe, Elina Baby Ibru, Greg ‘Teddy Bear‘ Ojefua, Michael Pankyes John, Lavinna Vermaa, Tope Olowoniyan, Olasope Ola, Amaka Samuel-Okon, Peter Inyang, Laurence Smith, Rodrigo Beddie-Memberr, Etta JoMaria, Nansy MrsHustle and Joshua Adigwe.
Black Harvest is also in competition under the narrative features category.
. Onyeegwu
This follows the life of Alex and his passion for football. He will go on a spiritual journey to reclaim his place in the sport he loves so much and meet a young talented upcoming footballer.The movie is Directed by Uche Jombo and Jerome Weberi
The cast includes Zubby Michael, Nancy Isime, Broda Shaggi, Kayode Ojuolape, Chioma Chukwuka Akpotha, Toyin Abraham, Uche Jombo, Ini Edo, Lateef Adedimeji, Tina Mba, Ufuoma McDermott, Emeka Nwagbaraocha, Emem Inwang, Lilian Esoro, Adaora Ukoh and Erica Emeka.
Onyeegwu is under the narrative features category as an out-of-competition selection.
. Tì ẹ ńbò ̣
This tells a story that centre’s around a 19-year-old Feranmi who struggles with his feelings for his friend, Tolulope and gaining his father’s acceptance. The movie is Directed by Chukwu and written by Chinazaekpere Chukwu.
The movie features Nonso Ekemezie and Chidi-Maha Grey. Tì ẹ ńbò ̣is under the short film category as an out-of-competition selection.
