Mami Wata (2023)

A West Afrikan Folktale

In the oceanside village of Iyi, the revered Mama Efe acts as an intermediary between the people and the all-powerful water deity Mami Wata. But when a young boy is lost to a virus, Efe’s devoted but rebellious daughter Zinwe and skeptical protégé Prisca warn Efe about unrest among the villagers. With the sudden arrival of a mysterious rebel deserter named Jasper, a conflict erupts, leading to a violent clash of ideologies and a crisis of faith for the people of Iyi.

Genres: Drama, Fantasy, Thriller

Stars: Evelyne Ily Juhen, Uzoamaka Power, Emeka Amakeze, Rita Edochie, Kelechi Udegbe

Release Date: 2023-09-08

Country: France, Nigeria

Ratings: 5.9 / 10 (12 votes)

Runtime: 107 mins