Obara'M

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Obara'M
Directed byKayode Kasum
Written byStephen Okonkwo
Produced by
  • Kayode Kasum,
  • Dare Olaitan
Starring
  • Nancy Isime,
  • Nkem Owoh,
  • Deyemi Okanlawo,
  • Bolanle Ninalowo,
  • Darasimi Nadi,
Production
companies
Film Trybe, Singularity Media
Distributed byFilmOne Entertainment
Release date
  • 26 August 2022 (2022-08-26)
Running time
100 minutes
CountryNigeria

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. [1]

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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 is Ihunnaya's mother. 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

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. [2] [3]

Awards and nominations

YearAwardCategoryResult
2023 Africa Magic Viewers Choice

Awards [4]

Best Sound EditorNominated
Best Movie West AfricaNominated
Best Soundtrack Nominated
2023 Best of Nollywood Awards [5] Best SoundtrackWon
2023 Africa Movie Academy Awards [6] Best Young ActorNominated

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