My Father's Shadow
Drama
Two young brothers explore Lagos with their estranged father during the 1993 Nigerian election crisis, witnessing both the city's magnitude and their father's daily struggles as political unrest threatens their journey home.
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A poignant, steady drama unfolding against the vibrant yet volatile backdrop of 1990s Lagos. It's a reflective journey into complex family dynamics, exploring paternal struggles and sibling bonds amidst political unrest. The naturalistic style immerses you in a tense, intimate experience, perfect for a thoughtful, late-night watch.
melancholictensepoignantreflectiveintimatesteadynaturalistic dramaperiod pieceobservational filmmakingcharacter-drivenfamily bondspolitical upheavalpaternal identityurban exploration
sibling relationshipestranged father1990slagosfather son relationship
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