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I didn’t have high hopes when I went to see the new Nigerian movie Blackout. I have to give credit to the producers and director of this movie, because it is full of suspense and intrigue.
This movie will keep you hooked and keep you on the edge of your seat waiting for the next movie. The plot is not forced but fits the genre of the movie. I don’t think it’s an exaggeration. Maybe if I watch this movie again, I will be able to point out some of the flaws.
Imagine waking up and realizing that you have a husband and two children, but you don’t remember anything that happened to them. This is Blackout; The audience is drawn into the struggle of a woman trying to recall her memories and realize that her husband has a captive and will stop at nothing to ensure that the spell he cast on her to make his wife still works.
One of the standout characters in this film is Padita Agu who makes her presence felt in the role she plays. Blackout was my first time seeing her in the Nigerian film industry but I hope her performance in this film will receive more recognition.
Gideon Okeke is starting to become known as one of the best actors in horror films because his face lights up quickly. He shows the same talent in this film as he did in Tokunbo and President.
As for Blossom Chukwueke, I would say that what she does in this film is average, like other films I have seen her do like Japa. I think it’s best for him to play the role of a fool who ruins everything for everyone.
Directed by Blackout, ‘Okechukwu Oku’ also stars Amazon Austin, Dame Rita Mba, Martins Nebo, Mike Uchegbu, Nelson Iwu and Shirley Igwe, among others.
The movie is available in English, Hausa and Igbo. This is definitely a movie that any Nigerian can watch and feel a sense of belonging in Nigeria. Unlike recent Nigerian movies that copy Hollywood and tell stories about plane hijackings, hostage situations and presidential politics, Blackout stands out because it is a movie that will appeal to both female viewers and techies.
Blackout explores culture, spirituality, and love. This is a movie that should have been promoted but wasn’t promoted due to poor promotion. I can say that I enjoyed watching this movie more than anyone who loved Jennifer in Alagadda: Bad Boys and Boogie.
I am still trying to figure out what kind of camera was used in this film because of the effect it has on the night scenes. The film is very dark but the audience can understand what is happening. The darkness adds some mystery and horror to these films. I have to commend the camera used because the outdoor scenes are beautiful and peaceful, unlike the brutality I see in the outdoor scenes of other Nigerian films. The cinematographer also does a great job in making the film more interesting.
Did you approve of Blackout? Yes, it scored 7 out of 10.
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