The Lost Okoroshi
The Lost Okoroshi is a 2019 Nigerian film produced, directed and edited by Abba Makama under the production studio of Osiris Film and Entertainment. The movie links the African traditional belief system with modernity.
Plot
The film revolves around a young security guard, Raymond, who is melancholic because of the extinction of traditional and cultural antiquities of his country. In his dreams he begins to receive messages from Okoroshi, a traditional Igbo spirit. One day he wakes up transformed into Okoroshi and begins a spiritual journey.Premiere
It was premiered globally at the Toronto International Film Festival in September 2019 also screened at Vevey International Funny Films Festival. It was released in 2020 on Netflix.Cast
- Seun Ajayi as Raymond
- Judith Audu as Nneka
- Tope Tedela as Dr. Dauda
- Ifu Ennada as Sarafina
- Chiwetalu Agu as Chief Okonkwo
- Ozzy Agu as Elder Nwankwo
- Demi Banwo as Mr. Osagie
- Ibrahim Jammal as Musa
- Destiny Osagiede as Okoroshi 1
- Donald Jonah as Jagar
- Don Ekwuazi as Thief / Oscar
- Adedayo Davies as Chief Mbanefo
- Eric Obinna as Elder Obi
- Kelechi Udegbe as Vice President of Secret Society
- Olaye Benjamin as Okoroshi Double
- Crystabel Goddy as Goldie