10.0Death and the King's Horseman · 2023
Death and the King's Horseman (2023) is a Drama / History film directed by Tawiah M'Carthy, starring Anthony Santiago, Amaka Umeh, Graham Abbey.
DramaHistory
10.0Overview
In British-occupied Nigeria, a Yoruba king, the Alafin, has died, and it is the duty of his horseman, Elesin, to accompany him into the afterlife. While lustily enjoying the pleasures of this world, Elesin proudly anticipates his transition to the next – but the sacred ritual is interrupted, resulting in unforeseen tragedy. Inspired by a real-life incident, this masterpiece from Nobel Prize winner Soyinka celebrates a community striving to uphold its culture in the face of colonial power.
Cast
Anthony Santiago, Amaka Umeh, Graham Abbey, Kwaku Adu-Poku, Akosua Amo-Adem, Maev Beaty, Josue Laboucane, Pulga Muchochoma
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What is "Death and the King's Horseman" about?
In British-occupied Nigeria, a Yoruba king, the Alafin, has died, and it is the duty of his horseman, Elesin, to accompany him into the afterlife. While lustily enjoying the pleasures of this world, Elesin proudly anticipates his transition to the next – but the sacred ritual is interrupted, resulting in unforeseen tragedy. Inspired by a real-life incident, this masterpiece from Nobel Prize winner Soyinka celebrates a community striving to uphold its culture in the face of colonial power.
When was "Death and the King's Horseman" released?
Death and the King's Horseman was released in 2023.
Who stars in "Death and the King's Horseman"?
The cast includes Anthony Santiago, Amaka Umeh, Graham Abbey, Kwaku Adu-Poku.
