Earlier this week, critically acclaimed movie, Joseph, premiered in Lagos to rave reviews by cinema lovers. A trans- Atlantic story of self-discovery and home-coming,
Joseph premiered at Filmhouse Cinemas, Landmark Village, Lagos to an audience of art journalists, movie critics, culture enthusiasts, and cinema lovers.
A tale to bridge the narrative between Western and African audiences, Joseph, chronicles the transformative journey, embarked on by a young doctor, to discover his ancestry. The central character, Joseph, left a successful career in medicine to reconnect with his roots and ultimately his purpose. Shot in Jamaica, Barbados, and across west Africa, Joseph touches a gamut of relatable subject areas, from parental pressure andsocietal expectations, to sibling rivalry, love and deception.
With successful cinema openings in the Caribbean and Ghana, and an exemplary pool of Nollywood and Caribbean talents, including Mawuli Gavor, Kevoy Burton and international singer/ songwriter Shontelle, Joseph is set to enthrall audiences across Nigeria.
Joseph is now in cinemas nationwide.
