The Mirror Boy
Originally released in 2011. The Mirror Boy is a fantasy/adventure film. directed by Obi Emelonye. At just 84 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Genevieve Nnaji, Edward Kagutuzi, and Osita Iheme
Synopsis
The Mirror Boy is a mystical journey through Africa, seen through the eyes of a 12 year old boy, Tijan. After a London street fight, in which a local boy is hurt, Tijan's mother decides to take him back to their roots, to Gambia. On their arrival in Banjul, Tijan encounters a strange apparition, a boy smiling at him in a mirror and vanishing. Seeing the same boy in a crowded street market the next day sets in motion a chain of events, with Tijan finding himself lost. While Tijan's panic-stricken mother struggles to find her son, Tijan is left alone in the company of the enigmatic Mirror Boy, seemingly only visible to him. After a bruising spiritual rite of passage, The Mirror Boy takes Tijan on a mystical journey, but not all is what it seems.
Quick Facts
Release Date
June 10, 2011
14 years ago
Runtime
1h 24m
84 minutes total
User Rating
6.0/10
Good (3 votes)
Budget
$800K
Production budget
Language
English
Original language
Country
Nigeria
+ 1 more
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $800,000
Production Companies
- Nollywood Film Factory
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Mirror Boy about?
The Mirror Boy is a mystical journey through Africa, seen through the eyes of a 12 year old boy, Tijan. After a London street fight, in which a local boy is hurt, Tijan's mother decides to take him...
Who directed The Mirror Boy?
The Mirror Boy was directed by Obi Emelonye.
How long is The Mirror Boy?
The Mirror Boy has a runtime of 1 hours and 24 minutes (84 minutes total).
When was The Mirror Boy released?
The Mirror Boy was released on June 10, 2011 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Mirror Boy?
The main cast of The Mirror Boy includes Genevieve Nnaji, Edward Kagutuzi, Osita Iheme, Trew Sider, Fatima Jabbe.