Special Jollof
Special Jollof is a 2020 Nigerian-American romantic comedy drama film produced and directed by Emem Isong. The film stars Joseph Benjamin, Uche Jombo and Femi Adebayo in the lead roles.[1] The film was predominantly shot in both Nigeria and United States. The theme of the film is set as a love story with immigration in the background.[2] The film was released on 14 February 2020 coinciding with the Valentine's Day and also with the celebration of the black history month in the United States.[3][4]
| Special Jollof | |
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 Film poster | |
| Directed by | Emem Isong |
| Produced by | Emem Isong |
| Starring | Joseph Benjamin Uche Jombo Femi Adebayo |
Production company | Royal Arts Academy |
| Distributed by | Blue Pictures Entertainment |
Release date |
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Running time | 85 minutes |
| Country | Nigeria United States |
| Language | English |
Cast
- Joseph Benjamin
- Uche Jombo
- Femi Adebayo
- John Maciag
- Mary Magdalene
- Bukky Wright
- Robert Peters
- Chiwetalu Agu
- Perez Egbi
Synopsis
A white American woman journalist who revives after a breakup with her lover starts working as an undercover at a Nigerian restaurant to prove that Nigerians migrate illegally to the USA. She then eventually falls in love with a Nigerian guy.[5]
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References
- "Emem Isong's 'Special Jollof' Hits Cinemas On February 14, 2020". The Whistler NG. Retrieved 2020-05-06.
- "Special Jollof is different, says Isong". Latest Nigeria News, Nigerian Newspapers, Politics. 2020-02-19. Retrieved 2020-05-06.
- "Emem Isong's new movie 'Special Jollof' to premiere on Valentine's Day". Pulse Nigeria. 2020-02-11. Retrieved 2020-05-06.
- "Emem Isong's Special Jollof Celebrates Black History Month". The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News. 2020-02-16. Retrieved 2020-05-06.
- editor (2020-02-21). "Emem Isong's Special Jollof". THISDAYLIVE. Retrieved 2020-05-06.CS1 maint: extra text: authors list (link)
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