In the heart of an ancient Yoruba kingdom, a powerful monarch finds himself at a crossroads between divine tradition and his own unchecked ambition. As he attempts to consolidate power, he inadvertently triggers a spiritual imbalance that awakens the "Olorisha"—the chosen custodians of the deities. The film explores the intricate relationship between leadership and spiritual accountability, following the struggle of a community trying to restore harmony before the gods' displeasure manifests as irreversible chaos. It is a high-stakes cultural epic that blends folklore with the personal cost of defying one's destiny.
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In the heart of an ancient Yoruba kingdom, a powerful monarch finds himself at a crossroads between divine tradition and his own unchecked ambition. As he attempts to consolidate power, he inadvertently triggers a spiritual imbalance that awakens the "Olorisha"—the chosen custodians of the deities. The film explores the intricate relationship between leadership and spiritual accountability, following the struggle of a community trying to restore harmony before the gods' displeasure manifests as irreversible chaos. It is a high-stakes cultural epic that blends folklore with the personal cost of defying one's destiny.
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Best Indigenous Language – West Africa
AMVCA 12 • 2026
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