Movie

Mami Wata (2023)

• September 8, 2023
• 1h 47m

• Drama
• Fantasy
• Thriller

“A West Afrikan Folktale”

Overview

In the oceanside village of Iyi, the revered Mama Efe acts as an intermediary between the people and the all-powerful water deity Mami Wata. But when a young boy is lost to a virus, Efe’s devoted but rebellious daughter Zinwe and skeptical protégé Prisca warn Efe about unrest among the villagers. With the sudden arrival of a mysterious rebel deserter named Jasper, a conflict erupts, leading to a violent clash of ideologies and a crisis of faith for the people of Iyi.

Director

C.J. 'Fiery' Obasi

Writers

C.J. 'Fiery' Obasi

Starring

Evelyne Ily Juhen, Uzoamaka Power, Emeka Amakeze