A Private Storm is a 2010 Nigerian romantic drama film, co-directed by Lancelot Oduwa Imasuen and Ikechukwu Onyeka. It stars Ramsey Nouah, Omotola Jalade Ekeinde, Ngozi Ezeonu, Ufuoma Ejenobor and John Dumelo. It was premiered on 18 December 2010 at Four Points Hotel, Lekki.[1][2][3]
| A Private Storm | |
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 Theatrical release poster | |
| Directed by |
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| Written by | Vivian Ejike |
| Produced by | Vivian Ejike |
| Starring | |
| Cinematography | DJ Tee Emma Olabode |
| Edited by | Okey Benson |
| Music by | Paul Play Dairo |
Production company | Purple Pine Studios |
| Distributed by | Nollywood Distributions |
Release dates |
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Running time | 130 minutes |
| Country | Nigeria |
Plot edit
Gina (Omotola Jalade Ekeinde) and Alex (Ramsey Nouah) seem like the ideal couple from the outside, but the urge to always be in control of all aspect of Gina's life is threatening their relationship. Alex abuses her emotionally and physically anytime he sees her getting close to the opposite sex.
Cast edit
- Ramsey Nouah as Alex
- Omotola Jolade-Ekeinde as Gina
- Ufuoma Ejenobor as Lisa
- John Dumelo as Jason
- Ngozi Ezeonu as Mrs Jibuno
- Blossom Chukwujekwu as Tony
- Tessy Oragwa as Katie
- Christian Ajisafe as Uju
- Blessing Onwukwe as Ada
Release edit
It premiered in Lagos on 18 December 2010.[4] It was released theatrically on 9 February 2011[5] and on DVD on 10 December 2012.[6]
Reception edit
Critical reception edit
The film received a generally positive reception. It holds a 57% rating on Nollywood Reinvented, who praised the acting, music, story and originality.[7] Nollywood Forever also praised the casting and storyline.[8]
Accolades edit
It was nominated in seven categories at the 2012 Nollywood Movies Awards.[9] It received seven nominations at the 2011 Best of Nollywood Awards and won the award for "Best Use of Costume". It received three nominations at the 7th Africa Movie Academy Awards including awards for Best Makeup, Best Supporting Actor and Best Nigerian Film
| Award | Category | Recipients and nominees | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Africa Film Academy (7th Africa Movie Academy Awards)[10] |
Best Nigerian Film | Lancelot Oduwa Imasuen | Nominated |
| Best Actor in a Supporting Role | John Dumelo | Nominated | |
| Achievement in Makeup | Nominated | ||
| Best of Nollywood Magazine (2011 Best of Nollywood Awards)[11] |
Best Lead Actress in an English Movie | Omotola Jalade Ekeinde | Nominated |
| Best supporting Actress in an English Movie | Ufuoma Ejenobor | Nominated | |
| Best Actor in a Leading role (English) | Ramsey Nouah | Nominated | |
| Best Actor in a Supporting role (English) | John Dumelo | Nominated | |
| Movie of the Year | Lancelot Oduwa Imasuen | Nominated | |
| Best Use of Costume | Won | ||
| Director of the Year | Lancelot Oduwa Imasuen, Ikechukwu Onyeka | Nominated | |
| Nollywood Movies Network (2012 Nollywood Movies Awards) |
Best Movie | Lancelot Oduwa Imasuen, Ikechukwu Onyeka | Nominated |
| Best Actor in a Leading Role | Ramsey Nouah | Nominated | |
| Best Actor in a Supporting Role | John Dumelo | Nominated | |
| Best Actress in a Leading Role | Omotola Jalade Ekeinde | Nominated | |
| Best Directing | Lancelot Oduwa Imasuen | Nominated | |
| Best Cinematography | DJ Tee and Emma Olabode | Nominated | |
| Best Sound Editing/Design | Nominated |
References edit
- ^ "VIVIAN EJIKE'S A PRIVATE STORM PREMIERES THIS SATURDAY". thenigerianvoice.com. Retrieved 11 September 2014.
- ^ "A Private Storm". talkofnaija.com. Retrieved 11 September 2014.
- ^ "John Dumelo, Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde, Ufuoma Ejenobor and Genevieve Nnaji grace the Lagos premiere of Vivian Ejike's "A Private Storm"". bellanaija.com. Retrieved 11 September 2014.
- ^ "Vivian Ejike premieres 'A Private Storm". dailytrust.com.ng. Archived from the original on 12 September 2014. Retrieved 11 September 2014.
- ^ "A PRIVATE STORM GOES TO CINEMAS TODAY". thenigerianvoice.com. Retrieved 11 September 2014.
- ^ "Vivian Ejike Releases 'A Private Storm' On DVD; Omotola, Ramsey Dazzle". modernghana.com. Retrieved 11 September 2014.
- ^ "A Private Storm". nollywoodreinvented.com. Retrieved 11 September 2014.
- ^ "A Private Storm". nollywoodforever.com. Retrieved 11 September 2014.
- ^ "Photos And Winners From First Nollywood Movie Awards 2012". africanspotlight.com. Archived from the original on 12 September 2014. Retrieved 11 September 2014.
- ^ "AMAA Nominations 2011". Africa Film Academy. Africa Movie Academy Awards. 26 February 2011. Archived from the original on 2 March 2011. Retrieved 30 August 2014.
- ^ "BON Awards Nominees". Jaguda.com. 15 September 2011. Archived from the original on 6 March 2016. Retrieved 30 August 2014.
