Story Overview of My Father’s Shadow
Kid brothers Remi and Akin get to spend a gift of a day with their estranged father Folarin. They go on a voyage into Lagos observing the colossal city for the first time and the hoops their father must deal with to provide. All this happens in the backdrop of a huge 1993 presidential election result which calls into question his ability to get them home.
My Father’s Shadow Rating and Reception
IMDb Rating: Not available
My Father’s Shadow Details and Cast
| Movie Name | My Father’s Shadow |
| Original Language | En |
| Spoken Language | English, Èdè Yorùbá |
| Release Date | 2025-09-19 |
| Runtime | 93 minutes |
| Country | Nigeria |
| Genres | Drama |
| Writer | Wale Davies, Akinola Davies Jr. |
| Director | Akinola Davies Jr. |
| Producer | Rachel Dargavel, Funmbi Ogunbanwo |
My Father’s Shadow Official Trailer
My Father’s Shadow Star Cast
| Ṣọpẹ́ Dìrísù | Folarin |
| Chibuike Marvellous Egbo | Olaremi |
| Godwin Egbo | Akinola |
| Akereli David | Young Remi |
| Owa Orire Jeremiah | Young Akin |
| Efon Wini | Bola |
| Olarotimi Fakunle | Corridor |
| Greg 'Teddybear' Ojeufa | Emeka |
| Tosin Adeyemi | Aunty Seyi |
| Martha Ehinome Orhiere | Ngozi |
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Our Review of My Father’s Shadow
'My Father’s Shadow' delivers a mixed drama experience, combining drama. Released on 2025-09-19, this 93-minute film by Akinola Davies Jr. has notable moments but lacks consistency. With performances by Ṣọpẹ́ Dìrísù, Chibuike Marvellous Egbo, Godwin Egbo, it’s worth a look for drama fans.
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