“House of Ga’a” An intriguing Tale of Power and Corruption

Premiered on July 28, 2024, House of Ga’a is a drama-thriller movie which was directed and produced by the renowned Bolanle Austen-Peters. It has been a heatmap in the Nigeria film industry, after viewing the movie and of course, reading many reviews, I have come up with the overall appraisal.

Synopsis:

Power. Betrayal. Legacy. The legend of Bashorun Ga’a, the man who held the fate of the Oyo empire in his hands, until his own blood altered his destiny.

Theme:

The movie explores the theme of power and corruption, delving into the life of Bashorun Ga’a, a ruthless Prime Minister who stops at nothing to become more powerful than the kings he served. The film sheds light on the dangers of unchecked power and the consequences of corruption.

Technical Aspects:

– Set Design: – The set design is meticulous, with attention to detail and a clear commitment to authenticity. The set gave that 18th century feel.

– Costume: -The costumes are traditional and accurately reflect the cultural heritage of the Oyo Empire.

– Makeup and Special Effects:– The makeup and special effects are well done, with realistic tribal marks and scars.

– Soundtrack: – The soundtrack is traditional and complements the movie’s cultural theme.

Performances:

– Femi Branch: – Femi Branch delivers a compelling performance as Bashorun Ga’a, bringing intensity and depth to the role.

– Supporting Cast: – The supporting cast, including Mike Afolarin, Funke Akindele, and Toyin Abraham, deliver solid performances.

Criticisms:

–Predictable Plot: The story is rather clichéd and not at all brain-teasing, and in this context, such a plot is not quite normal.

– Lack of Character Development: – The character development is not palpable: they are all more or less flat; some of them are clichéd.

–Poor language development: was surprised most of the actors were very poor with their Yoruba, even though one or two of them are Yoruba in the movie.

I recommend “House of Gaa” to fans of Nigerian cinema and those interested in drama-thrillers. While the plot may be predictable, the movie’s technical aspects, performances, and themes make it a gripping watch.

Rating: 5/10

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