The Razz Guy
The Razz Guy is a 2021 Nigerian comedy-drama film directed by Udoka Oyeka, written by Egbemawei Sammy[1][2] produced by Trino Motion Pictures.
The Razz Guy | |
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Directed by | Udoka Oyeka |
Written by | Egbemawei Dimiyei Sammy Africa Ukoh |
Produced by | Uche Okocha |
Starring | Lasisi Elenu Nancy Isime |
Cinematography | Kaghor Crowther Idhebor |
Edited by | Iseoluwadoyin Emmanuel |
Music by | Michael ‘Truth” Ogunlade |
Production company | Trino Motion Pictures |
Distributed by | Filmone Entertainment |
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Running time | 99 minutes |
Country | Nigeria |
Language | English |
It was released across Cinemas on March 19, 2021.[3]
Plot
When an international business merger is assigned to a rude & condescending senior executive, a curse that affects his ability to speak properly is cast on him by an office cleaner. The movie follows the story of a senior executive whose arrogance and highhandedness earns him a curse that makes him lose his ability to speak proper English ahead of a crucial international business merger deal. He must either find a way to lift the curse and secure the deal or resign to his fate.[4][5]
Cast
- Lasisi Elenu as Temi Johnson[6][7]
- Nancy Isime as Nadine[8]
- Omotunde Adebowale David (LOLO) as Bimpe
- Frank Donga as Cleaner
- Iretiola Doyle as Nadine’s Aunt
- Imoh Eboh as Aisha
- Bucci Franklin as Agbero
- Ronya Man as American Client
- Tina Mba as Nadine's Mother
- Andy Femi Moyan as Lawyer
- Eric Obinna as Mr. Ikenna
- Broda Shaggi as Dare[9]
- Yemi Solade as Mr. Adeyemi
- Ibrahim Suleiman as Dr. Jones[10]
- MC Lively as Pastor[11]
- Nobert Young as Nadine's Father
- Shalewa Ashafa
Release
The comedy movie was shot in 2019 with the official trailer for the film was released on 17 November 2020. The Razz Guy premiered on 14 March 2021[12] and was released across cinemas on 19 March 2021.
Awards and nominations
Year | Award | Category | Recipient | Result | Ref |
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2023 | Africa Magic Viewers' Choice Awards | Best Actor In A Comedy Drama, Movie Or TV Series | Nosa Afolabi | Nominated | [13][14] |
Best Supporting Actor | Bucci Franklin | Nominated |
See also
References
- "Lasisi Elenu is the perfectionist boss in the first teaser for 'The Razz Guy' directed by Udoka Oyeka". Pulse. Retrieved 2020-03-21.
- "Exclusive: Here's a first look at Lasisi Elenu in 'The Razz Guy' directed by Udoka Oyeka". Pulse Nigeria. Retrieved 2020-03-19.
- "Starring Nancy Isime, Lasisi Elenu, Ibrahim Suleiman, Here's a Teaser + BTS Shots from Udoka Oyeka's Coming Film "The Razz Guy"". Bellanaija. Retrieved 2020-03-19.
- "Movie Review: 'The Razz Guy' Shows That In The Midst Of Laughter There Are Lessons To Be Learnt". Koko. Retrieved 2020-03-19.
- "Lasisi Elenu Star in New Comedy Movie "The Razz Guy"". Koko. Retrieved 2020-03-19.
- Razz Guy (2021)
- "Starring Nancy Isime, Lasisi Elenu, Ibrahim Suleiman, Here's a Teaser + BTS Shots from Udoka Oyeka's Coming Film "The Razz Guy"". Bellanaija. Retrieved 2020-03-19.
- "Starring Nancy Isime, Lasisi Elenu, Ibrahim Suleiman, Here's a Teaser + BTS Shots from Udoka Oyeka's Coming Film "The Razz Guy"". Bellanaija. Retrieved 2020-03-19.
- "Starring Nancy Isime, Lasisi Elenu, Ibrahim Suleiman, Here's a Teaser + BTS Shots from Udoka Oyeka's Coming Film "The Razz Guy"". Bellanaija. Retrieved 2020-03-19.
- "Starring Nancy Isime, Lasisi Elenu, Ibrahim Suleiman, Here's a Teaser + BTS Shots from Udoka Oyeka's Coming Film "The Razz Guy"". Bellanaija. Retrieved 2020-03-19.
- "Movie Review: 'The Razz Guy' Shows That In The Midst Of Laughter There Are Lessons To Be Learnt". Koko TV. 2021-03-19. Retrieved 2020-03-19.
- "Movie Review: 'The Razz Guy' Shows That In The Midst Of Laughter There Are Lessons To Be Learnt". Koko TV. 2021-03-19. Retrieved 2020-03-19.
- "Full List: Here are all our AMVCA 9 Nominees". AMVCA - Full List: Here are all our AMVCA 9 Nominees. Retrieved 2023-04-23.
- "AMVCA going down tonight (full nomination list)". Daily Trust. 2023-05-20. Retrieved 2023-06-09.