The Lost Okoroshi
2019 Nigerian film
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The Lost Okoroshi is a 2019 Nigerian film produced, directed and edited by Abba Makama under the production studio of Osiris Film and Entertainment.[1][2] The movie links the African traditional belief system with modernity. [3]
| The Lost Okoroshi | |
|---|---|
| Directed by | Abba Makama |
| Written by | Abba Makama, Africa Ukoh |
| Produced by | Abba Makama |
| Starring | |
| Cinematography | Mike Omonua |
| Edited by | Abba Makama |
| Music by | Shay Who |
Production companies | Osiris Film and Entertainment |
Release date |
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| Country | Nigeria |
| Languages | Igbo language, Pidgin English and English |
Plot
The film revolves around a young security guard, Raymond, who is melancholic because of the extinction of traditional and cultural antiquities of his country. In his dreams he begins to receive messages from Okoroshi, a traditional Igbo spirit. One day he wakes up transformed into Okoroshi and begins a spiritual journey.[1][4][5]
Premiere
It was premiered globally at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) in September 2019 also screened at Vevey International Funny Films Festival. It was released in 2020 on Netflix.[5][4]
Cast
- Seun Ajayi as Raymond
- Judith Audu as Nneka
- Tope Tedela as Dr. Dauda
- Ifu Ennada as Sarafina
- Chiwetalu Agu as Chief Okonkwo
- Ozzy Agu as Elder Nwankwo
- Demi Banwo as Mr. Osagie
- Ibrahim Jammal as Musa
- Destiny Osagiede as Okoroshi 1
- Donald Jonah as Jagar
- Don Ekwuazi as Thief / Oscar
- Adedayo Davies as Chief Mbanefo
- Eric Obinna as Elder Obi
- Kelechi Udegbe as Vice President of Secret Society
- Olaye Benjamin as Okoroshi Double
- Crystabel Goddy as Goldie [1]
