Cast
Kareem Adepoju Peter Fatomilola Bukky Ajayi
Credits
Written by: 
Tunde Kelani
Plot
When a corrupt chief in a Nigerian town installs a new king without following the sacred rites, the royal bells, called Saworoide, which carry the fate of the community, sound a warning. The new king's rule brings arrogance and injustice, and the people must restore the old order. Tunde Kelani's 1999 film is a political allegory in Yoruba culture, and a landmark of Nigerian cinema.
Sinekatalog’s take
Tunde Kelani's drama follows a corrupt chief in a Nigerian town who installs a new king without proper rites, and the royal bells that sound a warning. Rich in Yoruba tradition and satire, it is a powerful, beloved classic of Nollywood.Sinekatalog’s own editorial review – not a user or critic quote.
Ratings
IMDb: 8.2 / 10 (39 votes)
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