Lagos, Nigeria – August 27, 2023 – FilmOne Studios, a leading Nigerian production company, is thrilled to announce the upcoming release of its latest original film, Farmer’s Bride. This captivating period drama is set to hit cinemas nationwide on August 27th. Alongside the launch date, Film One Studios will also be revealing the Teaser Trailer, Character posters and Full Trailer of the film.
Farmer’s Bride is a poignant tale set in 1980s Ibadan. Odun, a wealthy, lonely farmer, seeks solace in marriage with a young bride, Funmi. However, their union is fraught with challenges as Funmi struggles to find happiness and eventually embarks on a forbidden affair with Odun’s nephew. The consequences of their actions lead to a haunting tale of love, betrayal, and the supernatural.
The film boasts a stellar cast, including Tobi Bakre (Gangs of Lagos), Gbubemi Ejeye (Far From Home), Femi Branch (House of Gaa), and Mercy Aigbe (Ada Omo Mummy), Efe Irele (L.I.F.E), Wumi Toriola (Queen Lateefah) who bring depth and authenticity to their roles, Farmer’s Bride is directed by Adebayo Tijani and Jack’enneth Opukeme.
“At FilmOne Studios, we are dedicated to telling authentic African stories that resonate with audiences both locally and globally,” said Kene Okwuosa, Co-founder and Group Chief Executive Officer of the Filmhouse Group. “Farmer’s Bride is a testament to our commitment to producing high-quality content that showcases the talent and creativity of the Nigerian film industry.”
Farmer’s Bride builds on FilmOne Studios commitment to delivering authentic African stories to a global audience. Following the success of Adire, a previous original film, FilmOne Studios is excited to bring to consumers Farmer’s Bride. This captivating period drama showcases the talent and creativity of Nigerian filmmakers and further solidifies FilmOne Studios’ position as a leading producer of high-quality African content.