![]() If the soundtrack of Anikulapo was released, I’ll be one of the first to purchase same.Though social deduction games have been there in the past, it was not until recently when 2018’s Among Us revived everyone’s interest in the genre and became a smashing hit. Our movies now need to graduate to a level where soundtracks are released separately. It was surreal, fitting and absolutely captivating. I’ve tried to google who made the soundtrack- sounds like Brymo- but I’ve not heard a better soundtrack on any Yoruba movie. The most significant aspect of the movie is the soundtrack. People have sex in cultural movies without it being that explicit. One question I’ve been asking since I saw the movie is why were the nude scenes introduced? Why did we have to see the full breasts of Bimbo Ademoye’s character and the buttocks of Kunle Remi’s character? For such a cultural movie in an epic setting, that was a big minus for me. That is a cultural misnomer as Yoruba Kings are not allowed to see corpses. Another error is the scene where the King of Ojumo stayed with the corpse of his Aremo. The movie editor should have done a better job. I wasn’t pleased anytime that came up- maybe because of my affiliation with the town as no one appreciates the mis-spelling of one’s name especially by people who should know. One error I can’t wrap my head around is the spelling of ‘Gbongan’ as ‘Gbogan’ in the movie. I feel the same way about Kunle Afolayan’s daughter who starred in the movie. I feel he struggled on certain scenes and wasn’t too comfortable with the deep Yoruba language used in the movie. Kunle Remi, the lead act, was good but not exceptional. I don’t know anyone who could have acted that particular role better. He brought back to memory the ancient tradition of some First Class Yoruba monarchs who don’t speak in public.Īnd Baba Wande, as usual, brought a lot of zest to the movie especially during the scenes showing the death of Aremo. The actor who spoke for the King of Ojumo interpreted the role very well too. Stand out act for me was Bimbo Ademoye who interpreted her role brilliantly. It was interesting to see many A list Yoruba actors in the same movie- from Baba Wande, Elesho, Ogogo, Yinka Quadri, Sola Sobowale, Oga Bello, Moji Afolayan and many others. The set was really outstanding and I can imagine the work that went into putting the set up. ![]() I love the special effects- very believable and almost real. His combination with the wizardry of Kunle Afolayan’s cinematography rubbed off on the movie. He is responsible for removing the mysticism around Ifa Oracle and democratizing same through the theatre. I mentioned to someone that Baba Elebuibon will almost want to convert you to an Ifa devotee by his persona, teachings and way of life. When I saw it was inspired by Baba Yemi Elebuibon, I knew the movie will be both intriguing and deeply philosophical.īaba Yemi Elebuibon is of the ‘Ifa Olokun Asoro Dayo’ fame- that was a series we watched while growing up on NTV, Ibadan. From the cinematography to the storyline, it was captivating and brilliantly told. Will certainly want to see this movie again.Īnikulapo is a big reason to celebrate the coming of age of Nollywood. Since the location is Dahomey (part of the present day Republic of Benin but was under the rule of Oyo Kingdom then), more efforts should have been made to properly curate that African accent of the Yoruba type by the cast. The only slight drawback was the different kind of accents flying all over the place but this is not enough to take away the brilliant movie that The Woman King is. The fight scenes were well choreographed. The movie paid attention to details and I had to ask my wife to look at the arrangements of the cowrie shells on the protective uniforms of the palace guards. ![]() Everyone who was in that movie deserved to be there. She delivered her role flawlessly and seemed to have an unusual chemistry with Viola Davis. Thuso Mbedu starring as Nawi is however peak of the pack. Every scene was filled with the passion of her character. Viola was particularly intense in her delivery. The cast interpreted their roles brilliantly and Viola Davis, John Boyega and Jimi Odukoya were simply outstanding. The Woman King is the true definition of the word ‘epic’. It was interesting to watch a part of our history. The movie was exciting from start to finish. I saw The Woman King last Sunday after reading a few reviews.
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