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MY FATHER’S SHADOW (2025)
Director: Akinola Davies Jr.
Countries: Nigeria / UK
Starring: Ṣọpẹ́ Dìrísù, Wale Davies, Efon Wini
Genre: Drama / Narrative
Running Time: 1hr 33mins
The award-winning debut feature from Akinola Davies Jr., My Father’s Shadow is a powerful and poetic exploration of fatherhood, identity and memory. The film follows two young brothers who spend a day with their estranged father, embarking on a journey through Lagos for the very first time.
Set against the backdrop of the 1993 Nigerian presidential election crisis, the brothers witness both the vastness and vibrancy of the city while gaining a deeper understanding of their father’s daily struggles. As political unrest grows and their route home becomes increasingly uncertain, the day takes on unexpected significance for all three.
A poignant coming-of-age story that blends personal history with a defining moment in Nigeria’s political landscape.
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