Son of Mercy, is a 2020 Nigerian drama film directed by Amen Imasuen and produced by director himself with Mosco Imobhio.[1] The film stars Alexx Ekubo and Linda Osifo in the lead roles whereas Nicholas Imasuen, Fidelis Castro, Edjodamen Ejehi and Cliff Igbinovia made supportive roles.[2] It is the story of Efe, a young man growing up who stole his father’s pension money to travel abroad and was duped along the way, he must not return home except he makes it.[3]
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Directed by | Amen Imasuen |
Written by | Victor Negro |
Starring | Alexx Ekubo Linda Osifo Nicholas Imasuen Fidelis Castro Edjodamen Ejehi Cliff Igbinovia |
Cinematography | Joshua Osamwonyi |
Music by | Emmanuel Imeh Frank |
Production company | St Moscomee Limited |
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Running time | 120 minutes |
Country | Nigeria |
Language | English |
Budget | NGN 20,000,000 (estd.) |
The film was shot in Edo, Nigeria. Initially planned to screen on 15 March 2020, the film made its premier later on 9 December 2020.[4][5][6] Before that, it was previewed to public in Benin City, Edo state, in November, 2020.[7] The film received mixed reviews from critics. It earned close to N8 Million during first 31 days.[8]