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Children of Mud

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Children of Mud
Directed byImoh Umoren
Screenplay byImoh Umoren
Story byImoh Umoren
Produced byWale Boje
Ify Egbera
StarringLiz Benson
Matilda Obaseki
Bassey Keppy Ekpeyong
Release date
  • 21 July 2017 (2017-07-21)
Running time
83 minutes
CountryNigeria
LanguageEnglish

Children of Mud is a 2017 Nigerian drama film written and directed by Imoh Umoren. The film stars Liz Benson and Matilda Obaseki in the lead roles while the film marked the fourth directorial venture of Imoh Umoren.[1] The plot of the film is based on the concern about homeless children in Nigeria.[2] The film had its theatrical release in Nigeria on 21 July 2017 and received positive reviews. The film won few nominations at award ceremonies.[3]

Cast

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  • Liz Benson as Annie
  • Matilda Obaseki as Aniesin
  • Raphael Jackson as Miracle
  • Mariam Kayode as Emem
  • Sunday Afolabi as Prophet
  • Christian Paul as Saheed
  • Bassey Ekpenyong as Healer
  • Elvis Duke as Driver
  • Ezikeoha Nzube as Man
  • Kayode Titilola ass Mmakamba
  • Felix Ukairo a Remi

Synopsis

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Being kicked out of their home by their aunt, a young woman Emem and her blind brother Miracle go in search for a glimpse of hope in the mean streets.

Awards and nominations

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Year Award Category Result
2018 2018 Nigeria Entertainment Awards Best Picture Nominated
2018 6th Africa Magic Viewers' Choice Awards Best Actress - Mariam Kayode Nominated

References

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  1. ^ "Imoh Umoren Explores Homelessness In The Trailer For 'Children Of Mud'". Konbini - All Pop Everything! (in French). Retrieved 2019-11-18.[permanent dead link]
  2. ^ "Children of Mud". Soundview Media Partners LLC. 2018-03-17. Retrieved 2019-11-18.
  3. ^ "Children of Mud earns child actress, Mariam Kayode nomination for Best Actress in a Drama". The Native. 2018-08-23. Retrieved 2019-11-18.
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