Released:
1999-01-01

Overview:
When a usurper, Lapita, seizes the throne of Jogbo the scene is set for a film about the power struggles and corruption of a mythical African state tied up to the rituals of kingship – principally the beating of the Saworoide (or brass bell) drum. A homespun political parable emerges drawing interest by converting the typically unstable African political stereotypes into a fable complete with songs and a Greek Chorus that reflect upon the plot.

Director:
Tunde Kelani

Runtime:
1h 43min

Genre:

• Cast:
• 
  Kola Oyewo
• 
  Bukky Wright
• 
  Kunle Bamtefa
• 
  Ayantunji Amoo
• 
  Kayode Olaiya