Kayode Kasum's One Too Many (2022) has such a great and relatable storyline. I particularly fancy how it manages to blend issues of rape with the pervasive rot and decay in the Nigeria Police Force. Whilst I travelled in the universe of the film, I recalled, very vividly, the 2020 End SARS Protests and the mass killing at Lekki Toll Gate (God rest the souls of those youth). I also love how a prolonged feud between sisters was plausibly woven into the narrative, driving the plot, strengthening the conflict, constituting a solid sub-plot, and further immersing viewers in the film's diegesis.
Great acting there. Chimezie Imo is brilliant. With young actors like him giving dazzling performances on-screen, I can say with all certainty that the future of my beloved Nollywood is in safe hands. Just so you know, I was first endeared to Imo after watching Nimbe. So, before Breath of Life, I had spotted the star.
I am glad Nigerian filmmakers are consistently using their camera lens to inform viewers of the gross brutality and injustices perpetuated by the NPF. Collision Course, One Lagos Night, and The Black Book are examples of such films that easily come to mind. And now One Too Many. Kayode Kasum tried in this one o.
And our late screen veteran, Rachael Oniga, played the role of a judge. God rest her soul.
