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The Lost Okoroshi is a 2019 Nigerian film produced, directed and edited by Abba Makama under the production studio of Osiris Film and Entertainment.[1][2] The movie links the African traditional belief system with modernity. It clarifies the modern notion that masquerades are bad and should be feared by painting them as super heroes.[3] The international recognised movie stars Judith Audu, Tope Tedela, Ifu Ennada, and Chiwetalu Agu.[1]

The Lost Okoroshi
Directed by	Abba Makama
Written by	Abba Makama, Africa Ukoh
Produced by	Abba Makama
Starring	Judith Audu, Tope Tedela, Ifu Ennada, and Chiwetalu Agu
Cinematography	Mike Omonua
Edited by	Abba Makama
Music by	Shay Who
Production companies	Osiris Film and Entertainment
Country	Nigeria
Languages	Igbo language, Pidgin English and English

 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. He began to receive message from Okoroshi, a traditional Igbo figure which usually danced in mask. Eventually, he woke up one day in Okoroshi's attire, unable to neither take it off nor speak.  He disappeared into the air and become the superheroes of the city.[1][4][5]

Premiere

It was premiered globally at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) in September 2019, got premiered at Vevey International Funny Films Festival and it is currently on Netflix.[5][4]

Cast

• Seun Ajayi
• Judith Audu
• Tope Tedela
• Ifu Ennada
• Chiwetalu Agu[1]

References

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