Lionheart

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Lionheart is a Nigerian drama film released in 2018, directed by Genevieve Nnaji. It follows the story of a young woman, Adaeze Obiagu, who has to step up to run her father's company after he falls ill. Adaeze faces gender discrimination and challenges in a male-dominated industry but strives to prove herself capable of leading the business.

Making / Production

The film was written by Genevieve Nnaji and produced by Chinny Onwugbenu. It was co-produced by the production company, The Entertainment Network (TEN) productions. Lionheart marked Genevieve Nnaji's directorial debut and was well received both in Nigeria and internationally.

Actors

• Genevieve Nnaji - Adaeze Obiagu
• Nkem Owoh - Chief Godswill
• Pete Edochie - Ernest Obiagu
• Onyeka Onwenu - Abigail Obiagu

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• Lionheart was Nigeria's first submission to the Oscars in the Best International Feature Film category.
• The film addresses themes of family, gender equality, and corporate culture.
• Genevieve Nnaji originally planned to star in the film but later decided to focus on directing.

Awards

Lionheart received critical acclaim and won the Africa Movie Academy Award for Best Nigerian Film in 2019.

Quotes

• "We are the Obiagus, we know who we are." - Chief Godswill
• "Gender has nothing to do with it. Competence does." - Adaeze Obiagu

Music

The film's score was composed by Osei Essed, and it enhanced the emotional impact of key scenes, adding depth to the storytelling.

Soundtrack

• "Lionheart Theme" by Osei Essed
• "Strength in Unity" by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie