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ENTERTAINMENT - Posted on: 27th Jun. 2025 at 9:41PM
Award-winning Nigerian filmmaker Chris Ihidero has officially kicked off production on what he describes as the most significant project of his career. Earlier this year, Netng reported exclusively that the acclaimed director was casting for a major film, with open auditions held in February.
While key details about the movie remain under wraps, Ihidero recently appeared on Arise News’ The Morning Show to confirm that production is now in full swing. He revealed that the story follows a modern-day Robin Hood figure navigating life in Lagos — a vigilante who steals from the wealthy to uplift the poor.
“Our hero has to forgive himself for a tragedy that happened seven years before the film begins,” Ihidero shared. “He’s also torn over whether his romantic partner is truly in love with him or a pawn planted by someone who wants him dead.”
Describing the film as “a love story in a time of war,” Ihidero explained that the narrative goes beyond romance. “It’s about love for self, for place, for community,” he said. “And it asks whether we really need saviours or whether we must become the saviours we seek.”
In development for nearly ten years, the film aims to tackle urgent societal issues such as economic inequality, class disparity, and urban survival. Ihidero, known for directing over 100 episodes of Fuji House of Commotion and other major works like MTV Shuga and Lady Buckit and the Motley Mopsters, emphasized his passion for stories set in the urban ghettos of Lagos.
“The Lagos ghetto is my favorite place to tell stories,” he said. “My work has always explored the tension between the haves and the have-nots, and the gatekeepers who decide who gets a chance. This project expands that exploration to a much larger scale.”
Addressing comparisons to other Nollywood interpretations of the Robin Hood archetype, Ihidero said this version offers something deeper. “When you call yourself a saviour, we must ask — what’s your real motive? Can you survive your own demons before you try to save others? That’s the heart of this story,” he said.
He added, “It’s a question for all of us — for leaders and followers alike — especially when we consider what we tolerate or challenge in our society.”
While the film’s title, cast, and release date have not yet been announced, Ihidero promises a bold cinematic experience with strong cultural relevance and emotional resonance. Fans can look forward to a powerful film that not only entertains but also provokes critical thought about identity, leadership, and survival in modern Nigeria.
-Onigbanjo Ifeoluwa
Award-winning Nigerian filmmaker Chris Ihidero has officially kicked off production on what he describes as the most significant project of his career. Earlier this year, Netng reported exclusively that the acclaimed director was casting for a major film, with open auditions held in February.While key details about the movie remain under wraps, Ihidero recently appeared on Arise News’ The Morning Show to confirm that production is now in full swing. He revealed that the story follows a modern-day Robin Hood figure navigating life in Lagos — a vigilante who steals from the wealthy to uplift the poor.
“Our hero has to forgive himself for a tragedy that happened seven years before the film begins,” Ihidero shared. “He’s also torn over whether his romantic partner is truly in love with him or a pawn planted by someone who wants him dead.”
Describing the film as “a love story in a time of war,” Ihidero explained that the narrative goes beyond romance. “It’s about love for self, for place, for community,” he said. “And it asks whether we really need saviours or whether we must become the saviours we seek.”
In development for nearly ten years, the film aims to tackle urgent societal issues such as economic inequality, class disparity, and urban survival. Ihidero, known for directing over 100 episodes of Fuji House of Commotion and other major works like MTV Shuga and Lady Buckit and the Motley Mopsters, emphasized his passion for stories set in the urban ghettos of Lagos.
“The Lagos ghetto is my favorite place to tell stories,” he said. “My work has always explored the tension between the haves and the have-nots, and the gatekeepers who decide who gets a chance. This project expands that exploration to a much larger scale.”
Addressing comparisons to other Nollywood interpretations of the Robin Hood archetype, Ihidero said this version offers something deeper. “When you call yourself a saviour, we must ask — what’s your real motive? Can you survive your own demons before you try to save others? That’s the heart of this story,” he said.
He added, “It’s a question for all of us — for leaders and followers alike — especially when we consider what we tolerate or challenge in our society.”
While the film’s title, cast, and release date have not yet been announced, Ihidero promises a bold cinematic experience with strong cultural relevance and emotional resonance. Fans can look forward to a powerful film that not only entertains but also provokes critical thought about identity, leadership, and survival in modern Nigeria.
-Onigbanjo Ifeoluwa
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