The Sessions (2020 film)

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The Sessions
Directed by Judith Audu
Written byJudith Audu
Produced by
  • Omowumi Dada
  • Uyoyou Adia
  • Morten Foght
  • Judith Audu
Starring
Release date
  • 2020 (2020)
CountryNigeria
LanguageEnglish

The Sessions is a 2020 Nigerian romantic drama film written and directed by Judith Audu and produced by Audu, Omowumi Dada, Uyoyou Adia and Morten Foght. [1] [2]

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The film was shot in the street of Lagos. [3] It stars notable Nollywood actors and actresses such as Audu, Efa Iwara, Omowunmi Dada, Okey Uzoeshi, Tunbosun Aiyedehin, Fred Amata, Ada Ameh and Tony Akposheri. [4]

Synopsis

The film is a story of a couple who began their marriage on a smooth ground until their past came to hunt them. The various methods used to sustain the marriage created suspense through out the movie. [3]

Cast

Awards and nominations

The Sessions was nominated for 11 awards at the 2020 the 2020 edition of the Best of Nollywood Awards. The categories are; Movie of the Year, Best Director which goes to Judith Audu. The Best Leading Actor goes to Efa Iwara, Omowunmi Dada bagged Best Leading Actress. It also accrued Movie with Best Social Message, Best Screenplay, Best Editing, Best Use of Makeup, Best Soundtrack, Best use of Nigerian Food, and Best Kiss in a Movie. [1]

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References

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