The Tenant
Synopsis
Obinna, an African refugee in Canada, faces deportation in 30 days. When all hope seems lost, a chance confrontation with Timothy, his terminally ill landlord, provides him an opportunity to remain in the country. Timothy who is a former immigration officer makes him a deal; he will intervene in his pending deportation if Obinna finds his estranged daughter Nicole and convinces her to see him one last time before he dies. With the clock ticking, Obinna fights to save his dreams, in the course of which he stumbles on a discovery that will shake the very foundations of his principles.
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The Tenant - Full length trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2009-11-14
Top Cast
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Onyekachi Ejim
Obinna
David Baughn
Matthew Henderson
Richard Collier
Immigration Task Force
Armstrong Ejim
Younger Obinna
Brianna Goldie
Lara
Jude Idada
Lara's Boyfriend
Tope Idowu
Obinna's Father
Ian Matheson
Immigration Task Force
Tina Mba
Obinna's Mother
Damilola Ojelade
Stripper
Jen Pogue
Nicole
Kenneth Taylor
Timothy
Robert Nolan
Stripper's Boyfriend
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Onyekachi Ejim
- Screenplay & Story
- Jude Idada
- Original Title
- The Tenant
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
- Production Studios
- Broken Manacles Entertainment
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Onyekachi Ejim
Jude Idada
Department Leadership Roster
Onyekachi Ejim
Director
Jude Idada
Writer
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Tenant
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What is The Tenant about?
Obinna, an African refugee in Canada, faces deportation in 30 days. When all hope seems lost, a chance confrontation with Timothy, his terminally ill landlord, provides him an opportunity to remain in the country. Timothy who is a former immigration officer makes him a deal; he will intervene in his pending deportation if Obinna finds his estranged daughter Nicole and convinces her to see him one last time before he dies. With the clock ticking, Obinna fights to save his dreams, in the course of which he stumbles on a discovery that will shake the very foundations of his principles.
Who directed The Tenant?
The Tenant was directed by Onyekachi Ejim.
Who stars in The Tenant?
The principal cast of The Tenant includes Onyekachi Ejim, David Baughn, Richard Collier, Armstrong Ejim, Brianna Goldie.
When was The Tenant released and how long is it?
The Tenant was released in 2009 with a total runtime of 1h 30m.