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Miss Kanyin – Our Honest Review on the Afro-Horror Thriller

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Miss Kanyin, a Nollywood-themed horror movie produced by Nemisia Studios and directed by Ossai Jerry, was released on the 27th of June.With a cast led by Temi Otedola, Keppy Ekpeyong, and Towalani George, the movie sets the stage for a bone-chilling supernatural story, It draws from an old Nigerian folktale-perfectly blending normal school pressure, and a haunting boarding school setting.

Plot

Miss Kanyin takes place in an elite Nigerian boarding school that was built on a land  where something sinister had happened years back.  When the academic pressure becomes more than just stress—it opens a portal to horror. When student Amara seeks supernatural help to ace her exams, she accidentally summons an ancient spirit known as Ms. Kanyin. What started as a private academic venture quickly turned into a nightmarish fight for survival. Think school drama with a supernatural twist, and you’re right in the heart of this Afro-horror thriller’s plot.

Cinematography / Visuals

The film direction in Miss Kanyin sets the mood from the very start, From the dim lighting and empty hall ways, confined spaces to the eerie background sounds that slowly builds suspense and make you feel like something is always lurking around the corner somewhere. The camera angles also added to the mystery, making even ordinary scenes feel tense.

Visually, the movie delivers where it matters. The special effects makeup, especially during the bloody scenes, is realistic enough to make you flinch . From the injured faces to the eerie shadows, the horror is portrayed in a way that feels believable without being overdone. The boarding school settings also added a nostalgic effect, with just enough creep factor to make your skin crawl.

Characters & Performance

Amara (played by an emerging actress Temi Otedola) really pulls you in—her transition from that confident student to a terrified survivor is powerful.

Ms. Kanyin (Michelle Dede) was all calm and composed yet unsettling. She turned from an average school teacher to that haunting force in the storyline. She was the plot twist of the movie.

Keppy Ekpeyong and Towalani George, as teachers or guardians, added tension with their concerned gazes and hushed cautions, like any other regular teacher. The movie hints at believable interactions—no forced acting, just genuine fear and worry in their eyes.

Our Review
What stands out about Miss Kanyin is how it turns academic ambition into horror, And the fact that we can all relate to it because it’s deeply rooted in the ancient Nigerian folklore “Madam Koi Koi. It made us see what one is willing to risk for success and there’s a lesson to this story, how our actions can summon consequences we never imagined. It’s suspenseful, emotional, and feels rooted in local culture—a rare mix in Afro-horror.

Final Thoughts
Miss Kanyin isn’t just another horror story; it’s related to real fears (exam stress, school life) and then flips the script with supernatural consequences. It might not be for the faint-hearted, but if you enjoy horror movies with a Nigerian twist, then this is one film you should definitely check out.
Have you seen it yet? Watch the video below to get a glimpse of it.

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