‘Say Who Die’, a movie directed by Paul Utomi and written by Lani Aisida, premiered on Prime Video on August 29.
The title itself was the first hook, striking in its uniqueness, and after watching, I found the film weirdly intriguing.
Starring twins Meyi and Oiza Abu in their feature debut, the plot twists, however, sometimes land abruptly, even feeling a bit forced, yet the playful tone seems deliberate, a way of softening the darker themes the movie explores.
SYNOPSIS
Odion, the chaotic twin and family misfit, stumbles into the drug underworld while juggling debt, secrets, and sabotage. With her sister leaving for the United Kingdom and danger closing in, she must risk everything to survive—and maybe prove she’s more than just the black sheep.
STRONG POINTS OF THE FILM
The cinematography was really good, with well-framed shots and bright grading that contrasted nicely with the darker themes, giving the film a clean, appealing look.
The soundtrack was another highlight, leaving a lasting impression even after the movie ended. It was used appropriately, especially in the final scene and during Omon’s death, adding real weight to the moments. The film’s transitions were also smooth and creative, keeping the flow engaging.
The themes of drug trafficking, infidelity, and death also stood out, giving the film some depth even with its playful approach.
THE WEAK POINTS OF THE FILM
It’s understandable that this is the twins’ debut film, and they clearly gave it their best, but it still didn’t quite land. The acting in Say Who Die fell short for me and could have been stronger. The dialogue also lacked a natural flow, making some scenes feel forced.
Then there is the story itself, weighed down by forced plot twists, weak character development, and implausible scenes that made it seem like attention to detail was missing. For instance, Jaja’s release after a murder accusation happened far too easily, simply because Odion told the police he wasn’t responsible.
Omon’s passport also oddly displayed a departure date on the bio page, and the revelation that the ‘good child’ Omon was involved in drug trafficking lacked proper buildup; it felt inserted only for the sake of shock rather than grounded in the story. Similarly, Abdul being introduced as an artiste only at the end, when he was suddenly positioned as an ambassador against drug use despite his involvement in trafficking, didn’t land effectively. Altogether, these lapses weakened the film’s credibility and reduced the impact it could have had.
The audio also felt off in several parts, as though it had been heavily edited. In some scenes, the sound didn’t sync properly with the actors’ lip movements, which made the dialogue feel unnatural and distracting.
FINAL VERDICT
‘SAY WHO DIE’ gets a 6/10
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