This archive report was first published on 26 August 2019.
Netflix has acquired three critically acclaimed Nigerian movies directed by Kunle Afolayan, which will be available on the streaming platform starting September 1, 2019.
According to Pulse NG, the movies are 'October 1', 'Mokalik', and 'The Bridge', all directed by Afolayan.
Announcing the deal at the maiden edition of the French-Nigerian Cinema Days in July 2019, Afolayan said, 'I wish to inform you that Netflix has acquired Mokalik and some of my other films.'
Set in Ilorin, Kwara State, 'The Bridge' follows the story of Obadare, a Yoruba prince, and Stella, a young lady from a distinguished Igbo family, whose relationship is threatened by tribal prejudice and intrusion from parents.
Starring Chidinma Ekile, Demola Adedoyin, Binta Ayo Mogaji, Zack Orji, and Kunle Afolayan, among others, 'The Bridge' explores themes of love, family, and cultural differences.
Another movie, 'October 1', is set in a time where the country is preparing for independence in 1960 and tells the story of a police officer named Danladi Waziri who is posted to a remote town to investigate and solve the frequent female murder cases in the community.
Written by Tunde Babalola, 'October 1' stars renowned actors like Sadiq Daba, Kayode Olaiya, David Bailie, Kehinde Bankole, and Kunle Afolayan.
Netflix acquired the worldwide online distribution rights to Afolayan's critically acclaimed movie 'October 1' back in January 2015.
Lastly, 'Mokalik' is set in an automobile repair workshop and tells the story of an 11-year-old boy named Ponmile born into a middle-class family who spends his days as a lowly apprentice at the workshop to gain a different perspective on life.
According to Afolayan, 'Mokalik' was inspired by his real-life experience, and the movie features Femi Adebayo, Fathia Williams, Samuel Oludayo Akinpelu, and others.
