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The Griot is a 2021 Nigerian drama film directed by Adeoluwa Owu and produced by Goodness Emmanuel. The film stars Lateef Adedimeji, Funso Adeolu, Goodness Emmanuel, Imoh Eboh, Sharon Jatto.[1][2] It was released on 9 November 2021 and premiered on Netflix in 2022.[3]
| The Griot | |
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| Directed by | Adeoluwa Owu |
| Screenplay by | Temilolu Fosudo |
| Produced by | Goodness Emmanuel |
| Starring |
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| Cinematography | Adeoluwa Owu |
| Edited by | Hakeem Olowookere |
Production company | Degzy Films |
| Distributed by | Netflix |
Release date |
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Running time | 109 minutes |
| Country | Nigeria |
| Language | English |
Plot
editThe film's theme revolves around a shy but skilled storyteller who has a talent for storytelling, but his best friend tries to take credit for his tales and win the heart of the woman they both love.[4][5]
Cast
edit- Abimbola Adebajo as Queen
- Lateef Adedimeji as Lakunle
- Yewande Adekoya as Sunbo
- Jare Adeniregun as Odejinmi
- Funso Adeolu as Oba Adejare
- Adekunle Adeosun as Patron
- Fatimo Adio as Olori
- Kunle Afod as Baba
- Angela Babarinsa as Iyemojo
- Imoh Eboh as Romoke
- Goodness Emmanuel as Tiwa
- Temilolu Fosudo as Sanmi
References
edit- ^ Oyero, Ezekiel (2022-12-03). "MOVIE REVIEW: The Griot: Indigenous film with promising concept". Premium Times Nigeria. Retrieved 2022-12-18.
- ^ "The Griot Movie Shows Simple Tale Regarding A Storyteller And Secrets - Lee Daily". leedaily.com. 2022-11-19. Retrieved 2022-12-19.
- ^ "the griot movie debut on netflix - Search". www.bing.com. Retrieved 2022-12-18.
- ^ Abdul-Hafeez, Adedimeji Quayyim (2022-11-23). "'The Griot' is an exploration into the intricacies of love, tradition and opportunities [Pulse Review]". Pulse Nigeria. Retrieved 2022-12-19.
- ^ Nwogu, Precious 'Mamazeus' (2021-10-27). "Check out the official trailer for 'The Griot' directed by Adeoluwa Owu". Pulse Nigeria. Retrieved 2022-12-19.
