Unroyal
2020 Nigerian drama film
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Unroyal, is a 2020 Nigerian drama film directed by Moses Inwang and produced by Matilda Lambert.[1] The film stars Matilda Lambert and IK Ogbonna in the lead roles whereas Prince Sontoye, Blossom Chukwujekwu and Linda Osifo made supportive roles.[2] It is the story of Princess Boma, daughter of Okrika Kings, where she treats everyone as though they weren’t humans.[3]
Directed byMoses Inwang
Produced byMatilda Lambert
StarringMatilda Lambert
IK Ogbonna
Prince Sontoye
Blossom Chukwujekwu
Linda Osifo
IK Ogbonna
Prince Sontoye
Blossom Chukwujekwu
Linda Osifo
Release date
- 20 March 2020
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| Directed by | Moses Inwang |
| Produced by | Matilda Lambert |
| Starring | Matilda Lambert IK Ogbonna Prince Sontoye Blossom Chukwujekwu Linda Osifo |
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Running time | 96 minutes |
| Country | Nigeria |
| Language | English |
The film made its premier on 20 March 2020 and later released through Netflix on 15 August 2021.[4] The film received mixed reviews from critics.[5][6]
Cast
- Matilda Lambert as Princess Boma
- Pete Edochie as King of Okrika
- Shaffy Bello as Queen of Okrika
- IK Ogbonna as Prince Leonard
- Prince Sontoye
- Blossom Chukwujekwu as Dr. Tobi
- Linda Osifo as Nemi
- Emem Inwang as Matilda
- Ime Bishop Umoh as Kala
- Chinenye Nnebe as Awajinma
- Femi Adebayo as Royal Suitor
- Kingsley Abasili as Elder in Council
- Weme Charity Ada as Maid
- Stephen Farotimi as Bodyguard
Awards and nominations
| Year | Award | Category | Recipient | Result | Ref |
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| 2020 | Best of Nollywood Awards | Movie with the Best Sound | Unroyal | Won | [7] |
| Best Use of Nigerian Costume in a Movie | Won | ||||
| Best Supporting Actor –English | Blossom Chukwujekwu/Abayomi Alvin | Nominated | |||
| Movie with the Best Special Effect | Unroyal | Nominated | |||
| Movie with the Best Cinematography | Nominated | ||||
| Best Kiss in a Movie | IK Ogbonna/Matilda Lambert | Nominated | |||
| Movie with the Best Production Design | Unroyal | Nominated |