Mami Wata movie poster

Mami Wata

"A West Afrikan Folktale"

September 8, 2023 1h 47m 5.9/10 (12 votes)

Released 3 years ago in 2023. Mami Wata is a drama/fantasy film. directed by C.J. 'Fiery' Obasi.

Starring Evelyne Ily Juhen, Uzoamaka Power, and Emeka Amakeze

Synopsis

In the oceanside village of Iyi, the revered Mama Efe acts as an intermediary between the people and the all-powerful water deity Mami Wata. But when a young boy is lost to a virus, Efe’s devoted but rebellious daughter Zinwe and skeptical protégé Prisca warn Efe about unrest among the villagers. With the sudden arrival of a mysterious rebel deserter named Jasper, a conflict erupts, leading to a violent clash of ideologies and a crisis of faith for the people of Iyi.

Quick Facts

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Release Date September 8, 2023 2 years ago
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Runtime 1h 47m 107 minutes total
User Rating 5.9/10 Mixed (12 votes)
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Language English Original language
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Country France + 1 more

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • Fiery Film Company
  • Ifind Pictures
  • Guguru Studios
  • PalmWine Media

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Mami Wata about?

In the oceanside village of Iyi, the revered Mama Efe acts as an intermediary between the people and the all-powerful water deity Mami Wata. But when a young boy is lost to a virus, Efe’s devoted...

Who directed Mami Wata?

Mami Wata was directed by C.J. 'Fiery' Obasi.

How long is Mami Wata?

Mami Wata has a runtime of 1 hours and 47 minutes (107 minutes total).

When was Mami Wata released?

Mami Wata was released on September 8, 2023 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Mami Wata?

The main cast of Mami Wata includes Evelyne Ily Juhen, Uzoamaka Power, Emeka Amakeze, Rita Edochie, Kelechi Udegbe.