Esohe, is a 2018 Nigerian epic fantasy thriller film co-directed by Charles Uwagbai and Robert O'Peters and co-produced by Robert O'Peters.[1] The film stars Jemima Osunde in lead role along with Jimmy Jean-Louis. Oghenekaro Itene, Omo Godwyn Williams and Chris Attoh made supportive roles and an ensemble cast.[2] The film revolves around Gary Barbar, who suffers repeated nightmares and later unveils as the reincarnation and reunion of Ifagbai, the son of Eghosa the Oba’s warrior, his long-lost lover, Esohe.[3][4]
| Esohe | |
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| Directed by | Charles Uwagbai Robert O'Peters |
| Written by | Bimbo Manuel |
| Produced by | Robert O'Peters , Charles Uwagbai |
| Starring | Jemima Osunde Jimmy Jean-Louis Oghenekaro Itene Omo Godwyn Williams Chris Attoh |
| Cinematography | Fabian Hooks Emeka Madu Austin Nwaolie |
| Edited by | Jude Legema |
Release date |
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Running time | 102 minutes |
| Country | Nigeria |
| Languages | English Yoruba |
| Budget | $100,000 (estd.) |
The film has been shot in Benin City, Nigeria.[5] The film received mostly positive critical acclaim, and was screened worldwide.[6] In 2018, at the Africa Movie Academy Awards, the film was nominated for five award categories: Best Actor in a Leading Role, Best Actress in a Supporting Role, Achievement in Visual Effect, Achievement in Make-up, and Achievement in Costume Design.[7] In USA, the film became a blockbuster.[8]
Cast
edit- Jemima Osunde as Esohe
- Jimmy Jean-Louis as Gary Babar
- Chris Attoh as Ifagbai
- Oghenekaro Itene as Itohan
- Omo Godwyn Williams as Chief Eghosa
- Toyin Abraham as Titilola
- Precious Aibangbee as Efosa
- Kristy Butler as Tricia
- Solo Clinton as Civilized Villager
- Kyle Colton as Damian
- Omosigho Edward as Chief
- Aimienofona Efekomwan as Ehi
- Osagie Elegbe as Police officer
- Desmond Elliot as Johnny Payne
- Afolayan Eniola as Osagie
- Legemah Henry as Ezomo
- Michael Isokpan as Loot
- Emmanuel Issah as Police Man
- Opute Joel as Farmer
- Loveth Leonard as Receptionist
- Misty Lockheart as Claire
- Bimbo Manuel as Catechist
- Ufuoma McDermott as Eno
- Omo-Osaghie Utete Megiabi as Priest
- Ehigiator Joy Nosa as Abieyuwa
- Helen Enado Odigie as Queen
- Eunice Omorogie as Ohen
- Patience Omoruyi as Mama Patric
- Osayande Onaghise as Leader
- Andrew Otamere as Old man
- Joel Rogers as Professor James
- Igiebor Osagie Solution as Osa
- Monica Swaida as Esosa
- Omoye Uzamere as Iyen
- Margaret Madu Vilvens as Melissa
References
edit- ^ "Esohe". Retrieved 2021-10-03.
- ^ admin (2018-02-04). "BINI EPIC MOVIE, ESOHE IN THE CINEMAS". THISDAYLIVE. Retrieved 2021-10-03.
- ^ "Bini epic movie 'Esohe' premieres in Houston, USA". Vanguard News. 2017-06-04. Retrieved 2021-10-03.
- ^ "Desmond Elliot, Toyin Aimakhu, Chris Attoh, Bimbo Manuel star in epic movie". Pulse Nigeria. 2017-02-06. Retrieved 2021-10-03.
- ^ Okiche, Wilfred (2018-01-25). "Esohe is doing the most without really doing anything, as usual". YNaija. Retrieved 2021-10-03.
- ^ "Oba of Benin Receives Esohe Movie Crew". Vanguard News. 2017-12-23. Retrieved 2021-10-03.
- ^ "Esohe (2017) awards & festivals on MUBI". mubi.com. Retrieved 2021-10-03.
- ^ TuriDee (19 May 2017). "Epic Movie 'Esohe', Sold-out in American Cinemas!: Xplorenollywood". Retrieved 2021-10-03.
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