My Father's Shadow
dir. Akinola Davies Jr.
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Two young brothers explore Lagos with their estranged father during the 1993 Nigerian election crisis, witnessing both the city's magnitude and their father's daily struggles as political unrest threatens their journey home.
Critics consensus
Weaving high-stakes political commentary with rich personal dynamics that are bolstered by Sope Dirisu's commanding performance, My Father's Shadow casts a highly promising light on feature-debut director Akinola Davies' future.
Directed byAkinola Davies Jr.
StarringṢọpẹ́ Dìrísù, Chibuike Marvellous Egbo, Godwin Egbo, Akereli David, Owa Orire Jeremiah, Efon Wini
Written byWale Davies, Akinola Davies Jr.
CinematographyJermaine Canute Edwards
EditingOmar Guzmán
MusicCJ Mirra
My Father's Shadow
2025 · NR · 1h 33m
Drama
Two young brothers explore Lagos with their estranged father during the 1993 Nigerian election crisis, witnessing both the city's magnitude and their father's daily struggles as political unrest threatens their journey home.
Critics Consensus
Weaving high-stakes political commentary with rich personal dynamics that are bolstered by Sope Dirisu's commanding performance, My Father's Shadow casts a highly promising light on feature-debut director Akinola Davies' future.
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