Social media was left buzzing on Friday as movie streaming company, Netflix, released the much anticipated Nigerian movie, Elesin Oba, ‘The King’s Horseman’.
The movie which starred the likes of prominent Nollywood actors like Odunlade Adekola, Shaffy Bello, Deyemi Okanlawon is about the story of the king’s horseman (Elesin Oba) who upon the death of the king must sacrifice himself to serve the departed king in the afterlife.
Elesin Obe which dropped on streaming platform on Friday has continued to generate various reviews and comments from Nigerians.
Some reviewers also expressed their delight over the inclusion of popular Nigerian singer, Brymo in the movie.
Here are some reactions.
@OpeyemiAkande tweeted, “Nollywood gave us King of Thieves, Anikulapo and Elesin Oba in 2022. Yoruba language, culture and traditions in the full glare of the world. I am happy.”
@Mrlurvy tweeted, ” By Nov 4 we will start the argument of which is the best.
Elesin Oba, Agesinkole & Anikulapo. For me, i think I can pick my best already watching Elesin Oba trailer alone.
In all, our cinematography is improving well. Commendable”
@ShugarbanR tweeted, “The beautiful thing about Anikulapo, Elesin Oba and King of Thieves is that these blockbusters have further reemphasized the fact that the Yoruba film industry has a unique plot that can be genuinely redefined through advanced cinematography and made to have full international
…Oscar-rated appeal. The aggressiveness in our filmmaking needs to be closely studied because the success of these movies is a spark of hope for a bigger thing we should expect. They have raised the standard, thanks to the risk taken by producers and a great Netflix input.
@InnovatorYK tweeted, ” Finally the news I’ve been expecting since morning: Elesin Oba is out 🔥
The real reason why I’ve been highly exciting about this movie is because Brymo featured in it. I’ve been expecting the movie ever since I heard his voice for few seconds in the trailer.”
@Heritagyy tweeted, ” Elesin Oba: Actors portrayed the best of their characters. Great chants and sound💙. Deep but confusing Yoruba diction, to me. No major plot twist. How exactly are uneducated indigenous people conversing with a Colonial officer? The people understand the officer and vice versa.”
