Quam's Money
2020 Nigerian film directed by Kayode Kasum
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Quam's Money is a 2020 Nigerian action comedy film written by Chinaza Onuzo, and directed by Kayode Kasum. The film stars Falz, Toni Tones, Jemima Osunde, Blossom Chukwujekwu and Nse Ikpe-Etim in the lead roles.[2] It is a sequel to the 2018 film New Money.[3] The film had its premiere in four different locations in Nigeria, including the FilmHouse Cinemas in Lagos on 6 December 2020 ahead of the theatrical release.[4] It had its theatrical release on 11 December 2020 and opened to mixed reviews from critics while also emerged as a box office success.[5][6] Prior to its release, it was considered one of the most anticipated Nigerian films of 2020.[7][8]
Nse Ikpe-Etim
Jemima Osunde
companies
FilmOne Productions
House 21
| Quam's Money | |
|---|---|
Promotional poster | |
| Directed by | Kayode Kasum |
| Written by | Chinaza Onuzo |
| Starring | Falz Nse Ikpe-Etim Jemima Osunde |
Production companies | Inkblot Productions FilmOne Productions House 21 |
| Distributed by | FilmOne Entertainment |
Release date |
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Running time | 120 minutes |
| Country | Nigeria |
| Languages | English Yoruba |
| Box office | ₦89.9 million[1] |
Synopsis
Quam Omole is a security guard turned millionaire whose life descends into a chaotic nightmare after he loses ₦500 million to a gang of fraudsters. The money is eventually handed over to the police.
Cast
- Falz as Quam Omole
- Toni Tones as Eme
- Jemima Osunde as Toun Odumosu
- Blossom Chukwujekwu as Fineboy
- Nse Ikpe-Etim as Ozzy
- Williams Uchemba as Eugene
- Onyebuchi Ojieh as building manager
- Karibi Fubara as Rotimi
- Michelle Dede as Hadiza
- Gbubemi Ejeye as club manager
- Badmus Olakunle as Senator
Production
The film was jointly produced by Inkblot Productions, FilmOne Productions and House 21 and also marked mthe aiden production venture for House 21. It also marked the eighth collaboration between Inkblot Productions and FilmOne Productions.[8] Falz, who also appeared in the prequel New Money, reprised his role as Quam in the sequel.[9]
Awards and nominations
| Year | Award | Category | Recipient | Result | Ref |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | Africa Magic Viewers' Choice Awards | Best Actress in a Comedy | Nse Ikpe Etim | Nominated | [10] |
