LIONHEART

If you ask me how I remembered this film, I honestly wouldn’t be able to say how. It’s just one of those moments, you know? When a scene you saw from a film a while back randomly flashes in your head, and so you begin searching frantically for the film. I’d forgotten the name, but thanks to the internet that never fails, I found the name after just about ten minutes of searching the net, and now I’m sharing it with you, because here at the Cine TV community, we do not believe in gatekeeping, so why prevent you from beholding cinematic goodness?

Lionheart (2018)

Directed by Genevive Nnaji herself, Lionheart tells the story of Adaeze, who desires strongly to take over from her father, Chief Ernest Obiagu, who, due to his increasing and complicated health issues, can no longer run his company. Contrary to Adaeze’s expectations, her father hands over the company to his brother, Godswill, but they soon discover that the company is on the brink of financial ruin as it has been plunged severely into debt. Now, it’s up to Adaeze and her uncle to save the company and maintain Chief Ernest’s legacy.

I’m usually deeply skeptical when I see more than two celebrity actors in a single film production. This is because the chances that they will get it botched up with celebrities trying to outdo each other, and too immersed in their typecasts to do a proper performance, are quite high. I immediately do not bother when I see this in Nollywood productions, because nine out of ten times, this is the case.

But this film that marks Genevive Nnaji’s directorial debut conveniently forms that one over ten. Everything is beautiful. The film flows smoothly because all the renowned actors who dominate the film interpret their roles so naturally that you’re immediately aware that this is not your everyday Nollywood production. I can’t commend the actors enough. Genevieve is hardly ever on screens, but she reminded us through this film why she will always be an unparalleled icon as far as acting is concerned, and now, directing. Sadly, there haven’t been any more since, at least, none that I know of.

The storyline was beautiful, and even the “airport scene” that could be considered cliché still made me smile. The sights and the soundtracks played all added excellently to the overall magnificence of the film. This movie reminded me a lot of The Lion King, Adaeze and Chief Ernest playing the roles of Simba and Mufasa, respectively. The cinematography was exquisite, and the entire movie gives off a unique experience that will leave you satisfied. Plot structure, performance, and everything in between all scream excellence. This is a film you do not want to miss. Hope you enjoy!

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