House of Ga'a is a 2024 Nigerian historical drama film directed by Bolanle Austen-Peters and written by Tunde Babalola. It features an ensemble cast including Femi Branch, Bimbo Manuel, Stan Nze, Lateef Adedimeji, Mike Afolarin, Toyin Abraham and Funke Akindele.
Synopsis Set in a historical period in the Oyo Empire of around the 18th century, House of Ga'a delves into the tumultuous ascent to power of a ruthless Prime Minister consumed by vengeance who stops at nothing to eclipse the kings he once served. With an insatiable thirst for power, he embarks on a ruthless journey to surpass the very monarchs he pledged loyalty to. The narrative explores themes of ambition, betrayal, and the complex interplay of power dynamics within a royal court.
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Femi Branch as Bashorun Ga'a Mike Afolarin as Oyemekun Funke Akindele as Ayinba Toyin Abraham as Edan Asiko Ibrahim Chatta as Sasa L'eniyan Teddy A. as Ojo Agubambaro Stan Nze as Nupe Commander Femi Adebayo as Olukuoye Fasakin Adebesi as Oyomesi Chief Ali Nuhu as Seriki Gabriel Afolayan as Oluke Lateef Adedimeji as Olubu Adeniyi Johnson as Alaafin Abiodun Bimbo Manuel as Ashipa Nifemi Lawal as Young Ga'a Gbenga Titiloye as Alaafin Agboluaje Kunle Coker as Alaafin Labisi Muyiwa Ademola as Alaafin Awonbioju Tosin Adeyemi as Zeinab William Benson as Gbagi Yemi Blaq as Aare Ona Kakanfo Peju Ogunmola as Iyaloja
Release and reception The movie was officially released on Netflix on 26 July 2024. Enitan Abdultawab of Vanguard give it a 8/10 rating, praising the casting, cinematography and plot. Stephen Onu of Premium Times praised Femi Branch's portrayal of Bashorun Ga'a. Onu noted that: "Branch's unique gestural dispositions speak more than words, as his acting, portraying the character Bashorun Ga'a, was apt and flawless—a proud tyrant who met his doom unprecedentedly." Onu concluded: "This captivating tale entertains while delivering a didactic lesson about the perils of unchecked ambition. It is worthy of emulation for its excellent delivery and brilliant storytelling."
In a less positive review, Chima Ugo of The Board gave it 6/10 rating concluding that, "The film's portrayal of military command structures, individual characters, and historical timelines highlights significant inaccuracies that impact its overall authenticity."
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