‘Cordelia’, a movie by ace filmmaker Tunde Kelani, is set to premiere in cinemas nationwide on July 18.
Written by Femi Osofisan, ‘Cordelia’ tells the compelling story of a disillusioned professor whose life takes an unexpected turn when he shelters a wounded student during a period of intense campus unrest and political chaos following a failed military coup.
Unbeknownst to him, the young woman he rescues is the daughter of a key figure in the botched coup, plunging the professor and his family into a whirlwind of danger, intrigue, and unrelenting turmoil.
Set against a backdrop of simmering tension, hidden betrayals, and the weight of unspoken truths, ‘Cordelia’ promises to be a riveting exploration of morality, sacrifice, and the far-reaching consequences of a single act of kindness.
The film features an all-star cast, including Omowunmi Dada, Yvonne Jegede, Femi Adebayo, William Benson, Bassey Keppy Ekpeyong, and Kelechi Udegbe, with Kelani serving as both producer and director.
A legendary figure in Nigerian cinema, Kelani is celebrated for his dedication to adapting literary works into visually stunning films.
With a career spanning over four decades, he has consistently championed Nigeria’s rich cultural heritage, particularly that of the Yoruba people.
Some of his works include ‘Ko s’egbe’, ‘O le ku’, ‘Thunder Bolt’, ‘The Narrow Path’, ‘White Handkerchief’, ‘Maami’, ‘Ayinla’ and ‘Dazzling Mirage’.
Watch the trailer below:
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