Ije Awele is a 2022 Nigerian drama film directed by Emeka Ojukwu and executive produced by Emeka Nwokocha.[1][2] It stars Victoria Nwogu, Onyeka Onwenu, Jide-Kene Achufusi, Seun Ajayi, Keppy Ekpeyong, Ngozi Nwosu, Ejike Asiegbu and Esther Uzodinma.[3][4] It is a story about an abuse survivor molested by her father, she finds out in her later years that her mother has known all the while and has been giving her contraceptives, covering up for her father in order to save the family name. This leaves her feeling betrayed, even when she finds love.[5][6][7]
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| Directed by | Emeka Ojukwu |
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| Country | Nigeria |
| Language | English |
Cast
edit- Victoria Nwogu as Awele[8][9]
- Onyeka Onwenu as Ijeoma Okpara
- Jide-Kene Achufusi[10][11] as Dubem/Dubar
- Seun Ajayi as Kunle
- Keppy Ekpenyong as Obinna Okpara
- Ngozi Nwosu as Iya Olumide
- Ejike Asiegbu[12] as Chief Ide Na Mba
- Esther Uzodinma as Uju
- Angela Eguavoen as Osas
- Leo Orji as Mr. Simdi
- James Jibunma as Ebuka
- Victoria Akomas as Ego
- Emeka Golden as Yoyo
References
edit- ^ Alade, Abiodun (2022-10-30). "Onyeka Onwenu leads strong cast in new movie 'Ije Awele'". Daily Trust. Retrieved 2023-02-21.
- ^ "Group makes case for feature film Ije Awele". The Nation.
- ^ "Star actress, Victoria Nwogu set to release Ije Awele". The Guardian. 2022-10-05. Archived from the original on 2023-02-21. Retrieved 2023-02-21.
- ^ "After Parents' Betrayal, Actress Victoria Nwogu Finds Love in 'Ije Awele' – This Day Newspaper". www.thisdaylive.com. Retrieved 2023-02-21.
- ^ Esther, Usoro Glory. "NFW Group partners 'Ije Awele' movie producers to support start-ups with finance". Businessday NG. Retrieved 2023-03-07.
- ^ Onikoyi, Ayo (2022-11-06). "Violated by dad, betrayed by mum Victoria Nwogu stars in "Ije Awele"". Vanguard News. Retrieved 2023-02-21.
- ^ "Ije Awélé and Joe the movie team visit National Assembly". The Guardian. 2022-10-18. Archived from the original on 2023-02-21. Retrieved 2023-02-21.
- ^ BellaNaija.com. "Ije Awele Tells a Story of Abuse & Adoption | Watch Teaser". www.bellanaija.com. Retrieved 2023-02-21.
- ^ "Victoria Nwogu speaks on girl child's ordeal, role in "Ije Awele"". The Guardian. 2022-11-09. Retrieved 2023-02-21.
- ^ "Nollywood Star, Kene Shows Victoria Meaning Of True Love in "Ije Awele"". The Leadership. 2022-10-29. Retrieved 2023-02-21.
- ^ Ijaseun, David (2022-11-01). "Nollywood actor opens up on role in 'Ije Awele'". Businessday NG. Retrieved 2023-02-21.
- ^ "Fathers deflowering daughters inspired new movie –Victoria Nwogu". Punch Newspapers. 2022-11-04. Retrieved 2023-02-21.