Precious Ojo-Ebenezer

From the bestselling memoir “Don’t Call Me Lucky” by Fola Folagbade comes a stirring adaptation that reminds us that destiny is not found in luck, but in purpose. In the bustling heart of Lagos, a young man named Itunu battles the harsh realities of life, sleeping outside, working as a security officer, and confronting rejection at every turn. Yet, through it all, he clings to one unshakable belief: that his story isn’t over. ITUNU is a deeply human story about faith, resilience, and self-discovery. It traces a man’s transformation from hopelessness to significance, from a struggling security guard to a visionary entrepreneur changing lives through creativity and purpose. Told with raw honesty and cinematic intensity, the short film captures the emotional weight of every failure, the quiet strength behind every comeback, and the love that anchors every victory. It is more than a short movie, it is a mirror of every dreamer who has ever been counted out, a reminder that you are not lucky; you are built for this.

Shalewa, a reclusive autistic teenager, finds comfort in building and repairing objects using metal scraps. Constantly tormented by mischievous siblings, she retreats into her world of creation. When a severe fish shortage in the village river threatens her mother’s livelihood, pushing their family into debt and the risk of eviction, Shalewa is determined to use her skills to help.