Story/screenplay by Sandra Nneji, directed by Omoruyi Efosa Emmanuel, produced by Uche Montana & Uchenna Mbunabo and Executively produced by Uche Montana herself (also starring as Awele), this comedy drama with a runtime of 1hour 52minutes is currently available for streaming on the latter’s YouTube channel with same name.

SYNOPSIS: (MAY contain spoilers) ‼️

After Awele (Uche Montana) & Banji (played by Samuel A. Perry, aka Broda Shaggi) accidentally fall in love under a bizarre circumstance and eventually get married in six months, they receive a video call from a friend overseas who promised to help either of them cross over if only they can raise N600k. This new task or target in mind, the couple as well as everyone around them is thrown into a seemingly wild goose chase and a state of higgledy-piggledy nuanced in sheer shenanigans.

MY TAKE:

Conveniently my best comedy for 2025 as at the time of this review, this made me laugh hard. Now, it’s not an easy feat combining comedy with drama whilst remaining on and subsequently hitting target as well as passing a succinctly substantial message. This movie ticked the right boxes to a great percentage.

STORY/PLOT:

Covertly or overtly, this dramedy touched on the issue of relocating abroad from the perspective of fears and talks that have been making the rounds in recent times on how women are reportedly ditching their husbands once they go abroad. This was however subtle as it took its approach from a comedic point of view.

I’m hoping a much broader scope would be given to this and picked up by another producer for a whole different story & genre (preferably a psychological thriller) and on a much more balanced scale in reference to how men equally emotionally abuse their wives overseas.

CASTING/PERFORMANCE:

The combo of Broda Shaggi and Uche Montana, I’d say is one we didn’t know we needed. Cos whattttt! The on-screen chemistry between them felt like watching a couple who are so free with themselves, you’d think they’re siblings. It was natural, it was beautiful, it was good.

Uche Montana’s pidgin English is one I can listen to all day. The use of her natural hair here worked well with the story. Oh such healthy looking hair she’s got. While all the actors interpreted their roles to the T, I won’t fail to particularly mention the character of Golden played by Instagram sensation, Posh Tilly!

Goodness gracious! Tilly added a whole different layer to the story with her displaced, misplaced and unnecessary tragic grammar! Boy, did she crack me up logically that I not only chuckled but had several outbursts of laughter. Shhhh…🤫 please don’t tell anyone, but there were scenes I had on repeat! This movie has a high replay value.

DIRECTING/EXECUTION:

Although it was chaotic for the most parts, the directing, sequencing & pacing all worked synchronously to blend the story conveyed by the plot. There were no dragged scenes nor unnecessary ones. The duration is apt. Engaging and compelling throughout, the icing on the cake being the two mindblowing plot twists in the end. Didn’t see those coming to be honest. This was executed & delivered crisp.

TECHNICAL ASPECT:

The cinematography wasn’t all that good as some camera angles were dodgy. The hair game wasn’t on point too in my opinion especially the ones used by Posh Tilly. Apart from Uche Montana’s natural hair, the other hairs were not giving. I recognised one of the location used here as one used by Uche Jombo in a movie starring Bambam. Not an issue…just saying! Sound, audio and background music were nonetheless great.

LESSONS:

🚥 Though they were almost always at loggerheads, Awele & Banji loved each other.

🚥 Not everyone sell their dignity for money

🚥 Awele had prestige and was honest to a fault and this paid off. Good to see a movie portray that it pays to be honest & accountable.

🚥 The fact that everyone is doing something doesn’t make it right

🚥 Good friends still exist. Banji’s childhood friend was always there for him

🚥 Be mindful how you fake things cos when you need real help people may not take you seriously

OBSERVATION/QUESTION:

1. So mama didn’t have other family members to give the N45million to keep it had to be a neighbour? Wow! Just wow! (Please no spoilers).

2. Was casting Nons Miraj for a cameo here necessary or was it a means to promote her pop the balloon show?

3. Those wrappers used by those ladies at the start of the movie looked too new for people living in such face me I face you house. A worn out, tired looking wrapper virtually begging for freedom would have been more believable.

4. Yet again, Uche Montana’s skin was skinning but it looked too fresh for a pauper. Hence, it didn’t exactly look the part. A tad bit of makeup would do the trick.

5. The font size for the opening credit was too ginormous. It was distracting. Less is more

CONCLUSIONS:

I approached this not expecting much to be honest but was eventually blown away by the deliciously tasteful & superb turn of events. Apart from a few head scratching moments, this was absolutely enjoyable, relaxing, engaging, entertaining, interesting, funny and fun to watch. The acting is flawless through and through.

This was unpredictable, you don’t know what to expect. Captivating, it draws you in and holds your interest from the very first scenes. Loved the ending and the twists. Kudos to everyone involved in the project.

VERDICT: 7.5/10

Have you seen this? What did you think?