SaworoideMovie
When a usurper, Lapita, seizes the throne of Jogbo the scene is set for a film about the power struggles and corruption of a mythical African state tied up to the rituals of kingship – principally the beating of the Saworoide (or brass bell) drum. A homespun political parable emerges drawing interest by converting the typically unstable African political stereotypes into a fable complete with songs and a Greek Chorus that reflect upon the plot.
About Saworoide
Saworoide is a 1999 drama movie directed by Tunde Kelani.
The production information lists a runtime of 1h 43m, production credits from Nigeria, an original language code of YO.
The credited cast includes Kola Oyewo, Bukky Wright, Kunle Bamtefa, Ayantunji Amoo. The synopsis above summarizes the central premise without adding details beyond the available title information.
