celebrating the easter holidays It’s not complete without indulging in a great movie at the theater or from the comfort of your own home.
If you’re the kind of person who doesn’t like to attend events or feels that the price of show tickets is too high, seeing a blockbuster movie will make a vacation memorable.
Before you grab your bag or wallet and head to a nearby movie theater, here are some suggestions for Nollywood movies you should see this Easter.
1. King of Thieves
What do you get when you merge the stellar acting talents of Femi Adebayo and Toyin Abraham? Simple is an iconic Yoruba movie meant to live rent free in your mind.
This film puts a new spin on crime thrillers by focusing on Agesinkole, a powerful bandit who terrorizes a town. With his severe abuse of power, the entire town goes into a frenzy as they try to figure out how to destroy him.
It also features famous actors like Lateef Adedimeji, Dele Odule, and Odunlade Adekola, among many others.
I’m Nazzy 2. I’m Nazzy
After a fast-rising music artist accidentally switches places with a doppelganger, her life is thrown into chaos. Despite several attempts to prove her identity, she finally settles for a life without the fame and glamor she had experienced before.
This film explores a core theme of self-discovery and stars Chinonso Arubayi, Jidene Achufusi, Jimmy Odukoya, IK Ogbonna, and Denrele Edun as its main cast.
3. A simple lie
The creators of “Breaded Life” bring you a comedy drama that portrays what happens if you reveal a secret to a friend.
After a woman reveals to a friend that she has cancer, he tells three other friends to show up at her door to comfort her. But, as the day progresses, shocking revelations of secrets between them become the order of the day.
The Simple Life features Bisola Aiyeola, Emmanuel Ikubese, Bolaji Ogunmola, Kie Kie Adeaga, and Kachi Nnochiri.
4. City hustlers
If you plan to travel to Lagos soon, think of this film as a tour guide on how to survive in a Nigerian city that never sleeps.
The film narrates the experience of Lagos from the point of view of four characters. We have Osage, the frustrated Lagosian; Ramult, the assassin queen; Julius, the player, and a character played by Deyemi Okanlawon, who is the dreamer. These characters reflect the journey to succeed at Lasgidi.
Featuring the talents of Jide Awogbono, Akin Lewis, Nkechi Blessing, Mercy Aigbe, and Bolanle Ninalowo, this film is a must see.
5.Olawura
Fans of the supernatural genre are in luck with this movie. Exploring a Yoruba term, “Iyawo Orun”, the film follows the life of Ifetayo, who faces a series of unfortunate events after betraying a friend to whom he swore to remain faithful.
Bringing the characters to life are Jide Awogbono, Seilat Adebowale, Aderinoye Babatunde, and Madonna Enahoro.
6. Boycott
Richard Moje Damijo gives an incredible performance in this film that tells the story of Yusuf, a man who joins a terrorist group to save his dying daughter. However, a mishap arises when he gradually falls in love with the leader of the group.
Kunle Coker, Yemi Black, Uzee Usman, and Tolulope Asanu are worth seeing in their roles in this captivating romantic crime thriller.
7. Man of God
From the studio that created the sensation, “Bling Lagosians,” the latest film produced by Bolanle Austen Peters promises to be both entertaining and instructive.
Samuel Obaolu, the first son of a strict herdsman, tries to break free from the facade of being a “shepherd’s son”. However, after a failed freedom that includes failed relationships and heartbreak, he finds himself stepping into the shoes of a church leader. This movie shows him as he navigates through his new responsibility while dealing with secrets from his past.
Akah Nnani, Osas Ighodaro, Dorcas Shola Fapson, Olumide Oworu, Mawuli Gavor, Shawn Faqua and Prince Nelson Enwerem star in this Netflix movie.
8. Obsession
Sending emotions down the spine of viewers seems to be a goal of this film. Revenge is at the core of this movie as it tells the story of a lady, her husband and her new neighbor. The lady makes several unsuccessful attempts to connect with her neighbor, oblivious to the neighbor’s intention of revenge.
In addition to her catchy name, viewers would see the familiar faces of Benedicta Gafah, Shaffy Bello, Gideon Okeke, and Munachi Abii.
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9. Blood Pact
In a society where money rituals are slowly becoming the norm, Inkblot’s production sheds more light on educating Nigerians about the dire consequences of the act.
Blood Covenant centers on three men, Eddy, Jite, and Tunde, who are ambitious and struggling to make it in life. Tired of the hustle and bustle, they turn to the pursuit of the luxurious lifestyle that brings easy money, modern cars, and popularity.
Tobi Bakre, Shawn FFuqua, and Uzor Arukwe lead the fantastic cast of Erica Nlewedim, Alexx Ekubo, and Omowunmi Dada, among many others.
However, if you are not a big fan of Nollywood, here are Hollywood movies for you to watch; Batman, Morbius, Sonic the Hedgehog and the bad guys.