The popular entertainment company FilmOne Studios has announced the upcoming theatrical release of “Adire,” its first original feature film. The film emphasises issues deeply rooted in Nigerian society; this debut film adopts a distinctly local style of storytelling.
In “Adire,” a young female fashion entrepreneur who struggles with her troubled past as a sex worker and must face the repercussions of her former life is followed on her path. The movie is evidence of FilmOne Studios’ dedication to investigating various themes and promoting original viewpoints in Nigerian filmmaking. Jack’enneth Opukeme, who also has a part in the movie, is the author and creator of it.
The official release date for “Adire,” which was produced by Mimidoo (Achineku) Bartels and Barbara Babarinsa-Hassan in association with FilmOne Entertainment is scheduled for November 3, 2023. Audiences across Nigeria can look forward to the movie’s nationwide cinema release.
The movie’s cast, crew, and a few members of the press attended a private screening on Friday, October 6, 2023, which was followed by the announcement of the movie’s release date. In addition to the screening, FilmOne unveiled an interesting teaser that provided a sneak peek at the film’s intriguing plot and culturally rich topics.
The features Kehinde Bankole, who plays the title character of the fashion designer in the movie, which is directed by Adeoluwa Owu, also known as Captain Degzy, other actors include, Femi Branch, Kelechi Udegbe, Funlola Aofiyebi-Raimi, Ibrahim Chatta, Yemi Blaq, Yvonne Jegede, Lizzy Jay, Mike Afolarin, Tomi Ojo, Damilola Ogunsi, Onyinye Odokoro, Ifeanyi Kalu, and Layi Wasabi as the supporting cast.
The principal photography for “Adire” was finished in August 2022 following numerous location shoots in Ibadan. On September 2, 2023, in Cape Town, South Africa, it made its debut screening as part of Fame Week Africa. “Adire” shows an exciting phase in Nigerian cinema as FilmOne Studios delves into original production, embracing indigenous narratives and honouring the diversity of storytelling in African cinema.
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