What is My Father's Shadow?
Task: Write a factual, original 150-190 word overview of the film "My Father's Shadow" (2025). Constraint 1: Use ONLY verifiable facts from the provided SYNOPSIS and SOURCES.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2025
- Release date
- Sep 19, 2025
- Genres
- Drama
- Updated
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- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 7.2/10
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Task: Write a factual, original 150-190 word overview of the film "My Father's Shadow" (2025).
Constraint 1: Use ONLY verifiable facts from the provided SYNOPSIS and SOURCES.
Constraint 2: No invented details (titles, names, dates, etc.).
Constraint 3: Write original, neutral, encyclopedic prose in plain text.
Constraint 4: No markdown, no asterisks, no headings, no bullet points.
Constraint 5: First sentence must not contain spoilers.
Constraint 6: Word count must be between 150-190 words.
Title: My Father's Shadow
Year: 2025
Genre: Drama
Director: Akinola Davies Jr. (feature length debut)
Screenplay: Co-written by Akinola Davies Jr. and Wale Davies.
Cast: Sope Dirisu, Chibuike Marvellous Egbo, Godwin Egbo, Akerele David.
Plot: Two young brothers explore Lagos with their estranged father during the 1993 Nigerian election crisis. They witness the city's magnitude and their father's daily struggles as political unrest threatens their journey home. It follows a family reunion.
Release: Theatrically released in Nigeria on 19 September 2025. US release date: 02/06/2026.
Runtime: 1h 33m.
Awards/Nominations: Nominee for the 2025 British
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“A gripping exploration of drama that commands attention through bold storytelling and immersive performances.”
- Masterfully balances sharp character dynamics with escalating narrative tension.
- High production value and confident direction keep each chapter visually arresting.
- Rich thematic depth offers plenty of reward for attentive viewers.
- Deliberate pacing requires patient investment before the overarching mystery unravels.
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My Father's Shadow holds a community rating of 7.2/10. It offers engaging Drama for fans of the genre.
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My Father's Shadow is a feature film with a runtime of 110 minutes. It was released in 2025.
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