Director: Biyi Bandele
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Elesin Oba: The King's Horseman
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| Country: | Nigeria |
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| Length: | 1 h 36 min |
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Set in 1940s Oyo, Nigeria, this film is inspired by true events. Elesin Oba, the king's horseman, is destined to die by ritual suicide to ensure the deceased king's safe passage to the afterlife. But on the eve of this crucial event, he is overcome by temptation. His actions disrupt a vital spiritual tradition, triggering a chain of devastating consequences. The film explores themes of tradition versus modernity, faith, and the complexities of human desire, blending emotion, humor, and tragic twists against a backdrop of evolving cultural beliefs.
| Alternative title: | Elesin Oba: The King's Horseman |
| Release year: | 2022 |
| Language: | English |
| Director: | Biyi Bandele |
| Type: | Movie |
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