Walking with Shadows
“What will you lose to gain yourself”
Synopsis
In Lagos, Nigeria, Ebele Njoko has been running all his life. A search for acceptance and love from his family, has led him to recreate himself as Adrian Njoko, respected father, husband, and brother. Suddenly, Adrian’s past and secrets have caught up with him and his world soon begins to crumble as he frantically tries to control the growing ripple effect of a revelation. In coming to terms with his sexuality, Adrian is forced to choose between a compromised existence and the life that he would like to lead.
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Walking With Shadows | Official Trailer HD
Type: Trailer • Published 2019-08-30
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Ozzy Agu
Ebele / Adrian
Zainab Balogun
Ada
Funlola Aofiyebi-Raimi
Mama Njoko
Wale Ojo
Papa Njoko
Adunni Ade
Carol
Ade Laoye
Nkechi
Philip Oluwafemi Lawal
Young Ebele / Adrian
Jasmine Olarotimi
Ego
Folarin Asade
Tayo Onasanya
Riyo David
Abdul
Ayoola Ayoola
Chiedu
Uchenna Okoro
Chika
Florent Birot
Antoine
Emmanuel Obi-Lawrence
Young Chiedu
Etochi Ejike Asiegbu
Young Chika
Omowunmi Dada
Iheoma
Taiwo Arimoro
Femi
Ijeoma Agu
Temi
Release History & Theatrical Window
BFI London Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Aoife O'Kelly
- Screenplay & Story
- Aoife O'Kelly
- Original Score
- Sami El-Enany
- Original Title
- Walking with Shadows
- Country of Origin
- Nigeria, United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 33m
- Production Studios
- OYA Media Group
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Aoife O'Kelly
Aoife O'Kelly
Sami El-Enany
Victoria Adeola Thomas, Funmi Iyanda, Olumide Makanjuola, Xeenah Mohammed
Department Leadership Roster
Sami El-Enany
Original Music Composer
Victoria Adeola Thomas
Producer
Funmi Iyanda
Producer
Olumide Makanjuola
Producer
Xeenah Mohammed
Producer
Aoife O'Kelly
Director
Aoife O'Kelly
Writer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Walking with Shadows
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What is Walking with Shadows about?
In Lagos, Nigeria, Ebele Njoko has been running all his life. A search for acceptance and love from his family, has led him to recreate himself as Adrian Njoko, respected father, husband, and brother. Suddenly, Adrian’s past and secrets have caught up with him and his world soon begins to crumble as he frantically tries to control the growing ripple effect of a revelation. In coming to terms with his sexuality, Adrian is forced to choose between a compromised existence and the life that he would like to lead.
Who directed Walking with Shadows?
Walking with Shadows was directed by Aoife O'Kelly.
Who stars in Walking with Shadows?
The principal cast of Walking with Shadows includes Ozzy Agu, Zainab Balogun, Funlola Aofiyebi-Raimi, Wale Ojo, Adunni Ade.
When was Walking with Shadows released and how long is it?
Walking with Shadows was released in 2019 with a total runtime of 1h 33m.
Who composed the musical score for Walking with Shadows?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Walking with Shadows was composed by Sami El-Enany.