Arugbá
Synopsis
Adetutu faces many responsibilities. She must juggle her role as Arugba (the virgin) in the annual community festival with her studies at the university. She must also care for an ailing and grieving friend. Other plot points include Adejare, a demanding king, Adetutu's blossoming musical career, and her growing fondness for a gifted artist named Makinwa which places a strain on Adutu's relationship with the other members of her all female musical group.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Tunde Kelani
- Screenplay & Story
- Ade Adeniji
- Original Title
- Arugbá
- Country of Origin
- Nigeria
- Spoken Languages
- Yoruba
- Runtime
- 1h 32m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Tunde Kelani
Ade Adeniji
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Tunde Kelani
Director
Ade Adeniji
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What is Arugbá about?
Adetutu faces many responsibilities. She must juggle her role as Arugba (the virgin) in the annual community festival with her studies at the university. She must also care for an ailing and grieving friend. Other plot points include Adejare, a demanding king, Adetutu's blossoming musical career, and her growing fondness for a gifted artist named Makinwa which places a strain on Adutu's relationship with the other members of her all female musical group.
Who directed Arugbá?
Arugbá was directed by Tunde Kelani.
Who stars in Arugbá?
The principal cast of Arugbá includes Bukola Awoyemi, Peter Badejo, Segun Adefila, Kareem Adepoju, Lere Paimo.
When was Arugbá released and how long is it?
Arugbá was released in 2008 with a total runtime of 1h 32m.