My Father's Shadow

  • 2025 (NG)
  • 1h 33m

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The magic of memory in MY FATHER'S SHADOW.

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The magic of memory in MY FATHER'S SHADOW.
The magic of memory in MY FATHER'S SHADOW.
Akinola Davies Jr. dreams of 90s Nigeria | MUBI Podcast
Akinola Davies Jr. dreams of 90s Nigeria | MUBI Podcast
"Family is the most important thing."
"Family is the most important thing."
In Conversation With the Director & Cast
In Conversation With the Director & Cast
A standout, BAFTA-winning debut from Akinola Davies Jr.
A standout, BAFTA-winning debut from Akinola Davies Jr.
Akinola Davies Jr. and Wale Davies Win the Outstanding Debut BAFTA | EE BAFTA Film Awards 2026
Akinola Davies Jr. and Wale Davies Win the Outstanding Debut BAFTA | EE BAFTA Film Awards 2026
An award-winning debut from Akinola Davies Jr.
An award-winning debut from Akinola Davies Jr.
“Feel whatever you want to feel.” Director Akinola Davies Jr. introduces MY FATHER'S SHADOW.
“Feel whatever you want to feel.” Director Akinola Davies Jr. introduces MY FATHER'S SHADOW.
Dive into Akinola Davies Jr.’s MY FATHER’S SHADOW, a family together for one day.
Dive into Akinola Davies Jr.’s MY FATHER’S SHADOW, a family together for one day.
My Father's Shadow director Akinola Davies Jr. on the importance of family
My Father's Shadow director Akinola Davies Jr. on the importance of family
A father, his sons, one unforgettable day together.
A father, his sons, one unforgettable day together.
Akinola Davies Jr.’s BAFTA-nominated debut MY FATHER’S SHADOW, opens this Friday in cinemas.
Akinola Davies Jr.’s BAFTA-nominated debut MY FATHER’S SHADOW, opens this Friday in cinemas.
Official Clip
Official Clip
Akinola Davies Jr. on Why He Shot MY FATHER’S SHADOW on Film
Akinola Davies Jr. on Why He Shot MY FATHER’S SHADOW on Film
Official Trailer
Official Trailer
The Davies and Egbo brothers play My Brother Knows Best
The Davies and Egbo brothers play My Brother Knows Best
Why Should Nigerian Watch My Father's Shadow in Cinemas?
Why Should Nigerian Watch My Father's Shadow in Cinemas?
1 Week Left
1 Week Left
10 Days Left
10 Days Left
In Cinemas 19th September
In Cinemas 19th September
Official Trailer
Official Trailer
Official Clip
Official Clip

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Storyline

Two young brothers explore Lagos with their estranged father during the 1993 Nigerian election crisis, witnessing both the city's magnitude and their father's daily struggles as political unrest threatens their journey home.

Genre

  • Drama

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Release date

2025-09-19 (United States)

Countries of origin

  • Nigeria
  • United Kingdom
  • Ireland

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Official site

Languages

  • English
  • Yoruba

Also known as

My Father's Shadow

Filming locations

  • Nigeria
  • United Kingdom
  • Ireland

Production companies

  • BBC Film
  • BFI
  • Fremantle
  • Electric Theatre Collective
  • Element Pictures
  • Crybaby
  • Fatherland Productions

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