Akoni
Seen it?2021 | 94 min | Drama
Sunday Safe Betearly ratingWhy it’s a Sunday Safe Bet
It was a box office smash, though it had almost no lasting buzz. A safe bet when you want something reliable.
Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.Is it for you?
- Who'll love it
- Made for anyone who loves a strong drama.
- The mood
- Thoughtful and character-driven.
- The pace
- Takes its time with its characters, at 1 hr 34 min.
- What might put you off
- Nothing much for most grown-ups.
A Nigerian refugee struggles to integrate into Australian society after escaping the clutches of Boko Haram, until he meets a woman who opens her home, and ultimately her heart, to him.
How it earned its rating
- CriticsNot counted
Not enough reviews on record yet
- AudiencesNot counted
Not measured yet: not enough ratings
- AwardsNot counted
No major awards or nominations
- Reach & staying powerVery strong
Streaming release that reached a small audience so far; still draws a steady audience long after release
- Buzz & cultural impactWeak
About 614 people sought it out in the past year
Trailer
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Cast & crew
Directed by Genna Chanelle Hayes
- Kit EsuruosoAkoni
- Genna Chanelle HayesViolet
- Jemima OsundeAretta
- Mark Coles SmithSammy
- Ophelia Klenam DzidzornuTujuka
- Simon ElrahiJoe
- Pippa GrandisonCybil