| Obara'M | |
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| Directed by | Kayode Kasum |
| Written by | Stephen Okonkwo |
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| Production companies | Film Trybe, Singularity Media |
| Distributed by | FilmOne Entertainment |
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| Running time | 100 minutes |
| Country | Nigeria |
Obara'M is a 2022 Nigerian musical film directed by Kayode Kasum and produced by Dare Olaitan. The film stars Nancy Isime, Nkem Owoh, Onyeka Onwenu, Bolanle Ninalowo, Deyemi Okanlawon.
Plot
Obara'M tells the story of a struggling musician, Oluchi, who abandons her daughter with her father in the village to pursue a better life in Lagos. However, when her father dies, Oluchi is forced to return to the village and bear the responsibility of her daughter, Ihunnaya.
As she returns to Lagos with her daughter, Oluchi tries to balance her newfound role as a mother with her music career. While caring for her daughter, she discovers Ihunnaya's musical talent, and their shared love for music brings them closer.
As their bond strengthens, Oluchi hides the fact that she's Ihunnaya. Eventually Ihunnaya discovers the truth which lead to a web of lies that threaten to tear the mother and daughter apart. Despite these lies, both the mother and daughter eventually reconcile.
Cast
- Nancy Isime as Oluchi
- Nkem Owoh as Humphery
- Darasimi Nadi as Ihunnaya
- Deyemi Okanlanwo as Fidelis
- Bolanle Ninalowo as Emeka
- Sydney Talker as T-clef
- Onyeka Onwenu as Nwakego
Reception
Obara'M received positive feedback from film critics for its vivid and colorful cinematography. The actors were also commended for doing a good job of bringing the characters to life.
Awards and nominations
| Year | Award | Category | Result |
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| 2023 | Africa Magic Viewers Choice | Best Sound Editor | Nominated |
| Best Movie West Africa | Nominated | ||
| Best Soundtrack | Nominated | ||
| 2023 | Best of Nollywood Awards | Best Soundtrack | Won |
| 2023 | Africa Movie Academy Awards | Best Young Actor | Nominated |
References
- "Kayode Kasum's Obara'M to headline NollywoodWeek Filmfest in Paris". The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News. 2023-04-15. Retrieved 2024-04-26.
- Kalu, Esther. "'Obaram's brilliant musical, cinematographic elements make it a near masterpiece'". www.premiumtimesng.com. Retrieved 2024-04-26.
- "Movie review: Title didn't do justice to 'Obara'm', the actors did". Businessday NG. 2023-07-15. Retrieved 2024-04-26.
- Olufemi, Damilola (2023-04-17). "FULL LIST: 2023 AMVCA nominated actors, movies, writers". Punch Newspapers. Retrieved 2024-04-26.
- Ige, Tofarati (2023-11-12). "BON Awards: 'Shanty Town', 'Herdsmen', 'Underbelly' top nominees' list". Punch Newspapers. Retrieved 2024-04-26.
- Adeduyite, Okiki (2023-10-30). "FULL LIST: Africa Movie Academy Awards 2023 winners". Punch Newspapers. Retrieved 2024-04-26.
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