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Ezuzu

Wisdom, Chaos, and the Unraveling of Tradition.

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In the 15th-century Migodo Kingdom, Ezuzu, a sharp-tongued seer, and Izolo, her overly opinionated Portuguese-trained assistant, navigate clashing beliefs and cultural misunderstandings, turning every counselling session into a whirlwind of chaos and wit.

The “fictional” Migodo clan, a proud and mystical tribe within the mighty Benin Empire, stands at the crossroads of tradition, mystery, and looming conflict. At the heart of this tale is Ezuzu, an enigmatic mid-aged woman revered as the Wise One—seer, healer, and counselor to her people.

Ezuzu is burdened with a sacred yet secret mission. The Iyoba (Queen Idah) has foreseen the coming Idah Wars and entrusts Ezuzu with crafting a mystical strategy to aid the kingdom’s warriors. But as war approaches, Ezuzu must continue her daily work, offering guidance to the chaotic and often clueless villagers.

Adding to her challenges is Pedro (Izolo), her Portuguese-schooled assistant. A man of books but little common sense, Pedro constantly undermines Ezuzu’s methods, dismissing her wisdom as superstition. His arrogance is met with Ezuzu’s sharp wit and humor, creating hilarious and insightful clashes between logic and tradition.

As war looms and the people of Migodo struggle with their beliefs, Ezuzu must find a way to outmaneuver the enemy, navigate her assistant’s ignorance, and ensure the survival of her people—one baffling lesson at a time.

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film tone

  • Warm, earthy tones for Migodo’s village.

  • Dark brown & candle mystic lighting for Ezuzu’s apothecary.

created by joana adesuwa reiterer - joadre

This story humorously explores the clash between tradition and modernity, satirizing how colonial-era figures dismissed indigenous wisdom out of arrogance and ignorance. It highlights the absurdity of cultural blindness, showing how those who claim superiority often fail to see the depth of knowledge before them. At its core, the narrative emphasizes that true understanding

cast

Joana Adesuwa Reiterer

ezuzu

KEDDY DAN

pedro (izolo)

BLESSING JIMMY

isoken

CHINAZOM EKECHUKWU

iyama

ISABELLA JOSEPH

ivie

crew

Screenplay, Director, set design, producer - Joana Adesuwa Reiterer

Cinematography, co-Director, light - OKIKIOLA AKINWALE MICHAEL

line producer, production manager - VALENTINE EBEJIORE OGBADU

facility manager, caterring - lami lawal

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