Obara'M
Nigerian film
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Obara'M is a 2022 Nigerian musical film directed by Kayode Kasum and produced by Dare Olaitan. The film stars Nancy Isime, Nkem Owoh, Onyeka Onwenu, Bolanle Ninalowo, and Deyemi Okanlawon.[1]
- Kayode Kasum,
- Dare Olaitan
- Nancy Isime,
- Nkem Owoh,
- Deyemi Okanlawo,
- Bolanle Ninalowo,
- Darasimi Nadi,
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| Directed by | Kayode Kasum |
| Written by | Stephen Okonkwo |
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Production companies | Film Trybe, Singularity Media |
| Distributed by | FilmOne Entertainment |
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Running time | 100 minutes |
| Country | Nigeria |
Plot
Obara'M tells the story of a struggling musician, Oluchi, who abandons her daughter with her father in the village to pursue a better life in Lagos. However, when her father dies, Oluchi is forced to return to the village and bear the responsibility of her daughter, Ihunnaya.
As she returns to Lagos with her daughter, Oluchi tries to balance her newfound role as a mother with her music career. While caring for her daughter, she discovers Ihunnaya's musical talent, and their shared love for music brings them closer.
As their bond strengthens, Oluchi hides the fact that she is Ihunnaya's mother. Eventually Ihunnaya discovers the truth which lead to a web of lies that threaten to tear the mother and daughter apart. Despite these lies, both the mother and daughter eventually reconcile.
Cast
- Nancy Isime as Oluchi
- Nkem Owoh as Humphery
- Darasimi Nadi as Ihunnaya
- Deyemi Okanlanwo as Fidelis
- Bolanle Ninalowo as Emeka
- Sydney Talker as T-clef
- Onyeka Onwenu as Nwakego
Reception
Awards and nominations
| Year | Award | Category | Result |
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| 2023 | Africa Magic Viewers Choice | Best Sound Editor | Nominated |
| Best Movie West Africa | Nominated | ||
| Best Soundtrack | Nominated | ||
| 2023 | Best of Nollywood Awards[5] | Best Soundtrack | Won |
| 2023 | Africa Movie Academy Awards[6] | Best Young Actor | Nominated |
