Unroyal | |
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Directed by | Moses Inwang |
Produced by | Matilda Lambert |
Starring | Matilda Lambert IK Ogbonna Prince Sontoye Blossom Chukwujekwu Linda Osifo |
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Running time | 96 minutes |
Country | Nigeria |
Language | English |
Unroyal, is a 2020 Nigerian drama film directed by Moses Inwang and produced by Matilda Lambert. [1] The film stars Matilda Lambert and IK Ogbonna in the lead roles whereas Prince Sontoye, Blossom Chukwujekwu and Linda Osifo made supportive roles. [2] It is the story of Princess Boma, daughter of Okrika Kings, where she treats everyone as though they weren’t humans. [3]
The film made its premier on 20 March 2020 and later released through Netflix on 15 August 2021. [4] The film received mixed reviews from critics. [5] [6]
Year | Award | Category | Recipient | Result | Ref |
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2020 | Best of Nollywood Awards | Movie with the Best Sound | Unroyal | Won | [7] |
Best Use of Nigerian Costume in a Movie | Won | ||||
Best Supporting Actor –English | Blossom Chukwujekwu/Abayomi Alvin | Nominated | |||
Movie with the Best Special Effect | Unroyal | Nominated | |||
Movie with the Best Cinematography | Nominated | ||||
Best Kiss in a Movie | IK Ogbonna/Matilda Lambert | Nominated | |||
Movie with the Best Production Design | Unroyal | Nominated |
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