Apaye
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| Produced by | Emem Isong |
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Production company | Emem Isong Productions |
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| Country | Nigeria |
| Language | English |
Apaye (English: A Mother's Love) is a 2014 Nigerian biographical drama film directed by Desmond Elliot and starring Clarion Chukwura, Kanayo O. Kanayo, Belinda Effah, and Mbong Amata.[1] It premiered at the Silverbird Cinemas, Victoria Island, Lagos on 7 March 2014.[2][3] The film tells the story of the life and struggles of Elder Irene Yepayeye Uriah-Dieah, who was a relative of Goodluck Jonathan.[4][5][6]
Plot
[edit | edit source]Yepayeye, a single mother of six, struggles to overcome many challenges and eventually triumphs in ensuring the uprightness and education of her kids.
Cast
[edit | edit source]- Kanayo O. Kanayo as Emman
- Clarion Chukwura as Yepayeye
- Belinda Effah as Young Yepayeye
- Mbong Amata as Suam
- Caro Michael as Small Yepayeye
Reception
[edit | edit source]Nollywood Reinvented gave the film a 53% rating, praising the storyline, direction and music. It concluded that despite low expectations from movies generally, Apaye succeeded in being a "pleasant surprise".[7]
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External links
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