EbonyLife’s latest project and original feature film ‘Elesin Oba: The King’s Horseman’, will enjoy a limited cinema run.
Executive Producer and CEO of EbonyLife Films, Mo Abudu revealed in an Instagram post that the film would see a limited cinema run at the EbonyLife Cinemas in Victoria Island as well as other selected cinemas across the country from October 28 to November 4.
The film, which was directed by the late Biyi Bandele and was screened at the Toronto International Film Festival, in September will make its debut on Netflix on November 24.
An adaptation of Wole Soyinka’s ‘Death and the King’s Horseman’, the film is set in the ancient Oyo empire and based on real life events of 1943 in Nigeria.
Speaking on the film’s production, Ms Abudu said: “In filming Elesin Oba, we chose to stay close to the original work, which is already well-known globally as a great example of African drama. It’s an honour to see this compelling introduction to African thought and tradition on screen. Its interweaving of European and Yoruba ideals, to depict universal themes of cultural responsibility, has never been more important than now.”
The film stars Odunlade Adekola as Elesin Oba, Shaffy Bello as Iyaloja, and acclaimed musician, Brymo, who is making his big screen debut as the Praise Singer.
They are joined by Deyemi Okanlawon, Omowunmi Dada and veteran actors, Jide Kosoko and Kevin Ushi.
Also featured are Jenny Stead and Mark Elderkin as Jane and Simon Pilkings, Langley Kirkwood, and a special appearance by acting legend Taiwo Ajai-Lycett and Ajoke Silva.
