''Iman'' is a 2023 Nigerian
drama film
In film and television, drama is a category or genre of narrative fiction (or semi-fiction) intended to be more serious than humorous in tone. The drama of this kind is usually qualified with additional terms that specify its particular ...
directed by John Jaycee and produced by Uzee Usman, Bestman Thompson, and
Mary Njoku for
ROK Studios
Rok Studios is a Nigerian film production company. Its production studios is based in Anthony Village, Lagos. The company was founded in August 2013 by Mary Remmy Njoku. In addition to its numerous films, Rok Studios has produced over 12 TV ser ...
. The film stars
Uchechi Treasure, Ikenna Azubuike, Stanley Igboanugo, Martins Onyebuchi, and
Uzee Usman in leading roles.
The story addresses the challenges faced by young girls in
North East (Nigeria)
The North East (often hyphenated to the North-East) is one of the six geopolitical zones of Nigeria representing both a geographic and political region of the country's northeast. It comprises six states – Adamawa, Bauchi, Borno, Gombe, Tar ...
who aspire to obtain an education despite entrenched cultural obstacles. ''Iman'' was released theatrically on 15 April 2023, distributed by
Nollywood TV, and received mixed critical responses.
Synopsis
''Iman'' tells the story of a young girl from
North East (Nigeria)
The North East (often hyphenated to the North-East) is one of the six geopolitical zones of Nigeria representing both a geographic and political region of the country's northeast. It comprises six states – Adamawa, Bauchi, Borno, Gombe, Tar ...
who dreams of going to school, even though her father and mother’s believes that educating daughters is pointless. Every day, she secretly sneaks up to lessons from outside the classroom window. Her struggle becomes even more difficult when her parents arranged for her to marry the son of a wealthy man, threatening to shut down her dreams entirely. Iman eventually crosses paths with a woman who endured similar struggles and managed to overcome them. With this mentor’s guidance and support, Iman begins to believe that a different future might be possible.
Cast
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Uchechi Treasure as Iman
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Uzee Usman
* Victor Chude
* Martha Felix
* Ikenna Azubuike
* Stanley Igboanugo
* Abi Elijah Iji
* Asabe Madaki
* Jennifer Martins
* Ransome Nuhu
* Martins Onyebuchi
* Rabiu Rikadawa
* Abdul U. Zada
Production
Casting
In March 2023,
ROK Studios
Rok Studios is a Nigerian film production company. Its production studios is based in Anthony Village, Lagos. The company was founded in August 2013 by Mary Remmy Njoku. In addition to its numerous films, Rok Studios has produced over 12 TV ser ...
announced Uchechi Treasure and
Uzee Usman as the lead actors in the film. Additional cast members confirmed that month included Ikenna Azubuike, Stanley Igboanugo, Jennifer Martins, Ransome Nuhu, Abdul U. Zada, and Martins Onyebuchi.
Release and reception
''Iman'' was released in Nigeria on April 15, 2023 via
ROK2 on
Dstv and distributed by
Nollywood TV.
''
This Day Nigeria'' gave the film 4/5 stars, describing the film as powerful, thought-provoking film that blends emotional storytelling with strong performances and impactful social commentary. Oluchi Favour Chinedu of ''
The Guardian
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'' praised the film as a story of resilience, education, and breaking barriers.
References
External links
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English-language Nigerian films
Nigerian drama films
2023 drama films
2023 films
2020s English-language films