The Story⚡
“The Guest” a Nigerian psychological Thriller directed by Yemi Filmboy Morafa is coming to the screens in 2023.
Here are the exclusive details we know so far + first look details
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The feature film written by Francis Udom and Dara Okon explores themes of Parental negligence, impunity of infidelity, Trust, betrayal, forgiveness, and subliminal communication of love.
The confirmed ensemble cast are Blossom Chukwujekwu, Richard Mofe Damijo, Bimbo Akintola, Uche Obunse, Riyo David with Chinonso Arubayi and Bofie Itombra.
Shot in Lagos, Nigeria. The principal photography of the title for the project lasted for a month and some with Emeka ‘Filmwox’ Chinedu attached as Director of Photography.
Plot Details
After being together for what she considers a long enough time, Samantha Orewaju (Obuse), daughter of best-selling romance novel author David Olanrewaju Orewaju (Damijo) finally convinces her boyfriend Roy Ezenna Dike (Chukwujekwu) to dinner with her family.
Dinner night seems to be going on smoothly, but the night takes a sudden turn when the conversation unravels Roy hidden agenda and a dark secret.
First Look Photos
“The Guest” is produced by Blossom Chukwujekwu and Ehinome Chukwujekwu with studios Levit8 Entertainment and Alpha tv
What To Look Out For
On why bringing this story to life, director Yemi Film Boy Morafa shares:
It’s a timely story and the messages are essential for this season.
Social media craze, DM slides. Almost everyone is now a filmmaker of some sort and thus we have become the actors in the reality of a world so unreal.
The phrase “Don’t believe everything you see on social media” fits perfectly.
In Summary
On a general note, Psychological thrillers are usually fast-paced films filled with unexpected twists and turns. How “The Guest” does this in a Nigerian way is what audiences will be excited to see.
The Guest Trailers Trailer drops soon, Stay Tuned.
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