Directed by the visionary Bolanle Austen-Peters, this cinematic masterpiece traces the extraordinary life of Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti, the mother of Afrobeat legend Fela Kuti and a titan of Nigerian independence. The film spans decades, showing her transformation from a brilliant, determined student into a radical activist who dared to challenge both the British Empire and the traditional patriarchy of the Egbaland.
Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti
Genre: Biography, Drama, Romance
Stars: Kehinde Bankole, Joke Silva, Iyimide Ayo-Olumoko, Ibrahim Suleiman
Release Date: 2024
Runtime: 89mins
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Just watched it and I’m still reeling from the experience❤️ The cinematography is absolutely stunning.
@Marie Nkomo I know what you mean! The whole film felt like a tribute to her life.
@Amina Hassan yeah exactly her life was truly an inspiration
tbh, the movie didn’t do justice to Funmilayo’s legacy. still a good watch tho.
just a minor complaint but the sound quality could have been better
gonna watch it this weekend lol finally a movie about African history!
@Omar Khalil tbh I didn’t feel like they glossed over anything too much
haven’t seen it yet but I heard great things about Bolanle Austen-Peters directing style
did anyone else feel like Funmilayo’s relationship with Fela was a bit one-sided?
the costumes were stunning. Did anyone notice how they incorporated Yoruba culture?
@Lorenzo Ricci lol good luck with that hopefully you enjoy the movie!
Just finished watching and I’m still trying to process everything that just happened. Mind blown
@Sophie Anderson same here I felt so emotional during the ending
@Isabela Rodrigues yes I noticed that. It really added to the film’s authenticity
the plot was engaging. Not often do you see African history told so well in film
who else thought the child actress playing Funmilayo’s daughter did an amazing job?
haven’t seen it yet but I heard great things about the film’s cinematography
I’ve seen the trailer 5 times now and I’m so excited for the movie. I’m expecting Oscar buzz.
@Tunde Badmus I agree on that. It felt like they glossed over some parts of her life