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The Weekend

Film Info
Showtime
Showtime
Premiere Type
Premiere Type
LA Premiere
Category
Film Category
Feature
Runtime
Run Time
1h 57 m
Country
Country
Nigeria
Directed by
Directed by
Daniel Oriahi
Produced by
Produced By
Uche Okocha
Written by
Written by
Egbemawei Sammy, Vanessa Kanu, Freddie O. Anyaegbunam Jr.
Main Cast
Main Cast
Uzoamaka Aniunoh, Bucci Franklin, Meg Otanwa, Gloria Young, Keppy Ekpenyong Bassey, Damilola Ogunsi, James Gardiner
Synopsis
Nikiya, an orphaned woman yearning for a sense of belonging, issues an ultimatum to her fiancé, Luc: either introduce her to his estranged family or risk losing her. Reluctantly, Luc agrees, concealing the dark truth behind his family's past to preserve their relationship. Upon meeting Luc's family, Nikiya is initially enamored by their seemingly idyllic and welcoming demeanor. Their warmth temporarily quenches her longing for family, blinding her to any underlying issues. However, as she settles into their seemingly perfect life, cracks begin to surface, revealing the family's sinister secrets. Nikiya soon uncovers the truth that drove Luc away from his family, realizing that the price of belonging may be more than she bargained for. Caught in a web of deception and danger, Nikiya must act swiftly to protect herself and her unborn child from the menacing reality that threatens their lives.

About the Director

Director(s)
Contact Info
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt32151255/

Daniel

Oriahi

Director
Daniel Oriahi is a distinguished Nigerian filmmaker boasting over a decade of rich experience in the art and craft of filmmaking....Read more
Daniel Oriahi is a distinguished Nigerian filmmaker boasting over a decade of rich experience in the art and craft of filmmaking. His impressive portfolio includes directing and producing a diverse range of projects for esteemed media giants in Nigeria such as Netflix, Multichoice Africa, EbonylifeTv, FilmOne, Irokotv, and Ndanitv, among others. Notably, his second feature film, 'TAXI DRIVER-OKO ASHEWO' (2015), soared to great heights, ranking as the third highest-grossing Nollywood film in Nigerian cinemas for the year. This accomplishment was further underscored by its screening at the prestigious 2016 Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF). Both 'Taxi Driver' and Daniel's third feature film, 'SYLVIA’ (2018), a compelling Psychological Horror, are currently available for audiences on Amazon Prime Video. Daniel’s fourth feature film, 'THE WEEKEND', also a Psychological Horror, will have its world premiere at Tribeca Festival in June 2024, promising a compelling addition to Daniel's already illustrious filmography. From 2021 to 2023, Daniel served as the Head of the Department for Director’s Toolkit for Film and TV at the esteemed Ebonylife Creative Academy in Lagos State, Nigeria. His contribution to nurturing the next generation of filmmakers is a testament to his dedication to the growth and development of the Nigerian film industry. Read less
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