Obsession (Afesodi)

A successful and respected lawyer runs a prestigious law firm while trying to maintain a happy marriage and a stable family life. His life, however, begins to change when his young personal assistant develops an unhealthy obsession with him. At first, she appears to be a loyal and dedicated employee, but her feelings gradually become possessive and uncontrollable. She becomes increasingly jealous of his wife and starts crossing professional and personal boundaries in an attempt to get closer to her boss. As her obsession grows, the situation takes a dangerous turn. She begins threatening his wife and makes it clear that she is willing to go to extreme lengths to have the lawyer for herself. Caught between his marriage, his career, and a woman whose obsession is spiraling out of control, the lawyer must find a way to protect his family before the situation turns deadly.

Directed by —, Obsession (Afesodi) leans on a strong ensemble — Femi Branch, Mercy Aigbe — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.

The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about screen titles of 0.