Tatu (film)

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Tatu
Tatu (film) poster.jpg
Theatrical release poster
Directed byDon Omope
Written byJude Idada
Produced byDon Omope
Starring
CinematographyAkpe Ododoru
Edited byAdekunle Bryan Oyetunde
Distributed byFilmOne production
Release date
  • 22 July 2017 (2017-07-22)(Nigeria)
Running time
101 minutes
CountryNigeria
LanguageEnglish

Tatu is a 2017 Nigerian adventure film directed by Don Omope. It was written by Jude Idada and is an adaptation of the novel "Tatu", written by Abraham Nwankwo in 2014. The film received several nominations at the 2018 Africa Magic Viewers Choice Awards. The film also received joint most nominations at the 2018 Africa Magic Choice Awards. [1] [2]

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Synopsis

In Tatu, we see the life of a mother and her attempt to salvage the idea of her only daughter being given away as a sacrifice for the atonement of sins. [3]

Production

Tatu was shot in locations across Lagos, and Abuja. [4] It was shot in a span of 12 months. [5]

Cast

Release

Tatu was first theatrically released in July 2017 in Nigeria, and was premiered at the Eko Hotel Convention Centre, Victoria Island. [6] [7] In 2019, the movie was added to Netflix's catalogue as the company continued to invest in the African Film industry. [8]

Reception

Tatu was mildly received by the public. For most of it viewers, the movie had potentials that were not met. [9] [10] [11] [12] On Nollywood Reinvented, the movie had a rating of 52%. [13]

Accolades

Complete list of awards
YearAwardCategoryRecipient(s)ResultRef.
2017 Best of Nollywood Awards Best Actor in a Lead role –EnglishGabriel AfolayanNominated [14]
Best Actress in a Lead role –EnglishRahama SadauNominated
Best Supporting Actor –EnglishSegun Arinze, Sambasa NzeribeNominated
Best Supporting Actress –EnglishToyin Abraham, Funlola Aofiyebi-RaimiNominated
Most Promising ActorSuara OlayinkaWon
Best Child ActressTeniola AwobiyiWon
Best Child ActorDumebi NzeribeNominated
Movie with the Best ScreenplayTatuNominated
Movie with the Best EditingNominated
Movie with the Best SoundtrackNominated
Movie with the Best Production DesignNominated
Movie with the Best CinematographyNominated
Best Use of Nigerian Costume in a MovieNominated
Best Use of Make up in a MovieNominated
Movie of the YearNominated
Director of the YearDon OmopeNominated
2018 Africa Magic Viewers' Choice Awards Best Cinematography Movies/TV SeriesTatu (Akpe Ododura)Nominated [15] [16]
Best Sound EditorTatu (Kolade Morakinyo)Won
Best Soundtrack Movies/TV SeriesTatu (Evelle)Won
Best Supporting Actress Toyin Aimakhu, Funfola Afofiyebi-RaimiNominated
Best Movie West AfricaTatuNominated
Best DirectorDon Omope (Tatu)Nominated
Best Art DirectorDon Omope, Yolanda Okereke, Segun Arinze, Tolu Awobiye (Tatu)Nominated
Best Lighting Designer Movie/TV SeriesAkpe Ododuru, Tunde Akinniyi (Tatu)Won
Best Costume Designer Movie/TV SeriesYolanda OkerekeNominated
Best Make Up Artist Movie/TV SeriesThelma Ozy Smith, Hakeem Effect OnilogboWon

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References

  1. ↑ "Tatu and Alter Ego are the most nominated movies for the 2018 AMVCA: See full list". Nigeria Press. Retrieved 2 October 2020.
  2. ↑ Mosope, Olumide. "AMVCA 2018: 'Tatu' Clears Three Of The First 6 Award Categories". The Net. Retrieved 2 October 2020.
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