Son of Mercy (film)
Son of Mercy, is a 2020 Nigerian drama film directed by Amen Imasuen and produced by director himself with Mosco Imobhio.[1] The film stars Alexx Ekubo and Linda Osifo in the lead roles whereas Nicholas Imasuen, Fidelis Castro, Edjodamen Ejehi and Cliff Igbinovia made supportive roles.[2] It is the story of Efe, a young man growing up who stole his father’s pension money to travel abroad and was duped along the way, he must not return home except he makes it.[3]
Son of Mercy | |
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Directed by | Amen Imasuen |
Written by | Victor Negro |
Starring | Alexx Ekubo Linda Osifo Nicholas Imasuen Fidelis Castro Edjodamen Ejehi Cliff Igbinovia |
Cinematography | Joshua Osamwonyi |
Music by | Emmanuel Imeh Frank |
Production company | St Moscomee Limited |
Release date |
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Running time | 120 minutes |
Country | Nigeria |
Language | English |
Budget | NGN 20,000,000 (estd.) |
The film was shot in Edo, Nigeria. Initially planned to screen on 15 March 2020, the film made its premier later on 9 December 2020.[4][5][6] Before that, it was previewed to public in Benin City, Edo state, in November, 2020.[7] The film received mixed reviews from critics. It earned close to N8 Million during first 31 days.[8]
Cast
- Alexx Ekubo as Efe
- Linda Osifo as Princess
- Nicholas Imasuen as Slim
- Fidelis Castro as Officer
- Edjodamen Ejehi as Mama
- Cliff Igbinovia as Papa
- Gregory Ojefua as Biggie
- Kelvin Ikeduba as Chairman
- Mosco Imobhio as Princess friend
- Victor Vita as Bullet
References
- "SON OF MERCY" A MOVIE YOU MUST WATCH-Amen Imasuen". Obaland Magazine. 2020-12-13. Retrieved 2021-10-04.
- Tv, Bn (2020-07-22). "Alex Ekubo, Linda Osifo & Kevin Ikeduba star in Amen Imaseun's Upcoming Thriller "Son Of Mercy"". BellaNaija. Retrieved 2021-10-04.
- "Son of Mercy Promises To Project Edo Born Movies Stars". The Sun Nigeria. 2020-11-07. Retrieved 2021-10-04.
- 247newsupdate (2020-12-09). "Linda Osifo wows in new Nollywood movie 'Son Of Mercy' as it premieres in Benin City". 247NEWSUPDATE BLOG. Retrieved 2021-10-04.
- "Linda Osifo premiers Son of Mercy in Benin City – Starconnect Media". Retrieved 2021-10-04.
- "Official Premiere Of "Son of Mercy" Hits The Big Screen". Leadership News - Nigeria News, Breaking News, Politics and more. 2020-12-05. Retrieved 2021-10-04.
- "Official Premiere Of "Son of Mercy" Hits The Big Screen". Leadership News - Nigeria News, Breaking News, Politics and more. 2020-12-05. Retrieved 2021-10-04.
- "The Niche Theatrical Run of "Son of Mercy"". ShockNG. 2021-01-16. Retrieved 2021-10-04.
External links
- Son of Mercy at IMDb