The global film industry can be considered to be a male-dominated industry, with male key players having better opportunities to tell the stories they wish to.
Nevertheless, there are certain Nigerian female filmmakers working hard to paint clearer pictures of the strength of women to the world.
To further push this agenda, Nollywood actress, Victoria Nworgu has shot an engaging hit movie entitled Joe.
Ironically, Joe resonates with the theme of this year’s international women’s day is “Breaking the bias”, no wonder the board chose a female director Esse “Esse Rocks” Akwawa as well as producer .
Joe, the movie revolves a young girl whose dream is to own her own auto-shop and must fight bigger giants than her male counterparts who are considered better suited for such fields.
The film is typical of everyday challenges of a woman in a male dominated job. But with determination and will power, what seemed impossible became possible.
Some of the casts deserve commendation. Citing an example is Kelechi Udegbe who made a name for himself in the Endars advocacy film, Collission Course; he simply dazzled in the drama/comedy hit film.
As much as he played the antagonist, you cannot help but admire the actor’s ability to interpret different characters.
For veteran actor, Chris Iheuwa who took on the character of ‘Oga Mugu’ his experience cannot be overemphasized as he showed the stuff he is made of.
He embodied a western Nigerian mechanic Boss incredibly well. The Ghanaian touch in this film is unique and in tune with our African aura.
The lead actress, Victoria Nwogu who is also the producer did not disappoint in her amazing role.
The humour in the film is as natural as nature can be.
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