By Ejiofor Toochi
December is just around the corner, and it’s not just the holiday season that’s getting everyone excited, but also the lineup of new movies hitting the cinemas.
If you’re a fan of Nollywood films, you’ll be thrilled to know that there are five highly anticipated movies coming your way.
These movies have already generated a lot of buzz with their intriguing trailers, and they promise to keep you on the edge of your seat. Here are the five Nollywood movies that will be released in December 2023:
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1. A TRIBE CALLED JUDAH
A Tribe Called Judah is an exciting film that tells the story of a family who plans to rob a mall with their mother’s help. But things take an unexpected turn when they encounter armed robbers at the mall. The movie is co-directed by Adeoluwa Owu and Funke Akindele, and features a talented cast including Jidekene Achufusi, Olumide Owuru, Timini Egbuson, Uzee Usman, Tobi Makinde, and more. The film is set to premiere on December 15, 2023.
2. ADA OMO DADDY
Ada Omo Daddy is a family-oriented drama packed with comedy and valuable lessons. It is co-directed by Akay Mason and Adebayo Tijani. The cast includes Omowunmi Dada, Sola Sobowale, Dele Odule, Tomi Ojo, and Tayo Faniran. It will also feature Nollywood veterans, Charles Okafor and Fred Amata. The release date is set for December 15.
3. AFAMEFUNA
Afamefuna: A Nwa-Boi Story directed by Kayode Kasum, is a captivating exploration of the Igbo apprenticeship system and its impact on the community’s economy. It features a star-studded cast including Paul Nnadiekwe, Kanayo O. Kanayo, Stan Nze, Alexx Ekubo, Atlanta Bridget Johnson, Segun Arinze, Jide Kene Achufusi, and Noble Igwe. It’ll be out in cinemas on the 1st of December.
4. BREATH OF LIFE
Breath of Life is a film written and directed by Sasore. It tells the story of a former clergyman who experiences a profound transformation after losing everything, including his faith, and being influenced by his Christian houseboy. Starring Sam Dede, Tina Mba, Eku Edewor, Genoveva Umeh, Ademola Adedoyin, and Chidozie Nzeribe, this faith-based film will be available on Prime Video starting December 15th.
5. DOUBLE DEKOI
Double Dekoi is an action-packed movie which tells the story of Amanda, a determined young woman who goes undercover in a dangerous criminal organization to prove her brother’s innocence in a murder case. She forms an unlikely team to navigate the dangerous world of drug and human trafficking. With an incredible cast including Sola Sobowale, Kanayo O. Kanayo, Rodney Perry, and Baaj Adebule, this movie is definitely going to keep you on the edge of your seat. Make sure to mark your calendar for December 1st when it hits the cinemas.
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