It is always gratifying to watch a production that understands its identity as a movie, and prioritises storytelling. Ewu adopts a leisurely pace in building and establishing its characters, recognising that the audience would ‘naturally’ grasp the film’s theme. I find this approach advantageous because that way, there is no limit to the lessons that the viewers would learn. This is as opposed to productions that are overly zealous to convey a message, resulting in what I’ve recently coined ‘Christian drama video recordings,’ which transform us from viewers to congregants.
The motion picture narrates the story of Dare, who emerges from humble beginnings but, seduced by the allure of wealth in a materialistic society, embarks on a path that yields more than he bargained for. Abiodun Ogundipe credibly portrays the hapless protagonist, while Seun Obafunsho as Richard serves as a perfect foil, embodying the cool dude persona. Even cameo appearances, such as Seyi Pedro-Adetola’s Mama Ajadi, are notably well-performed.
Ewu effectively portrays the scourge of internet fraud and its unfortunate consequences on victims. It is disheartening to witness the joy some derive from causing unwarranted sorrow to others. More repulsive is the spiritual insensitivity that allows certain men of God to accord respect to such unscrupulous individuals. The film equally depicts the transitory nature of ill-gotten wealth and the deplorable fate awaiting those who choose that path in life.
One observation in Ewu, aligning with the world today, is the escalation of despicable actions committed by those in covenant with the devil. It seems like darkness is thickening on this side of eternity. I believe it is a call for those who claim to have the light of Christ to shine brighter, as the Scriptures declare, so that they will never be overcome by evil.
Despite the movie’s strengths, I believe it deserved a more distinctive title than the generic Ewu. The ending could have been tidier, and the subtitles more standardised. Additionally, some interspersed scenes suffered from choppy editing. Nevertheless, I consider the film a worthwhile watch.
The link to the movie is https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j6F3f4mS_8o
Till the next review, stay blessed!
Film Credits
EWU (DANGER ZONE)
(February 14, 2024)
106 minutes
Hope in Christ Film Productions and Ogongo TV
Cast
Abiodun Ogundipe as Dare
Seun Obafunsho as Richard
Adeyemo Samuel as Baba Dare
Bamike Are as Princess
Adeyemi Adepeter Adekunle as Leye
Crew
Director
Adeoye Omoniyi
Writer
Sunday Jokotoye
Cinematographers
Oluwaseyifunmi Awoleye and Ogunniran Inioluwa
Editor
Oluwaseun Obafunsho (Kamari)
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