
A young man is sent to the city to live with his uncle to “become a man”. His uncle is not quite the role model his mother had hoped for. Following an unexpected turn of events, he tries to turn his life around. When his mother falls ill, he begins to question his faith.
Directed by Esosa Egbon, Mama leans on a strong ensemble — Liz Benson, Zubby Michael, Jerry Williams — 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 drama titles of 2017.
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An uninterrupted rehearsal of Chekhov's 'Uncle Vanya' plays out by a company of actors. The setting: their run-down theater with an unusable stage and crumbling ceiling. The play is shown act by act with the briefest of breaks to move props or for refreshments. The lack of costumes, real props and scenery is soon forgotten.
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