Moms at War (2018) || Motherhood or Sisterhood?
There are a few Nollywood films that have stuck with me for one reason or the other and I have truly enjoyed. I’m not sure if it has to do with those acting it or the storyline itself or maybe both, really but I like when movies leave some sort of impact. That you can remember it with a smile or at least you have a line or a scene that you can quote cause it just had that kind of impact about it. I saw this film about four years ago, if not more, but I thought to share it with you today.
Moms at War (2018)
Written by Omoni Oboli, Moms at War tells the story of two moms who are constantly at loggerheads with each other. They live in the same neighbourhood and while one feels like the other is “new money” and unworthy to be in the same neighbourhood with her, the other thinks that she is an arrogant lowlife who deserves to be put in her place. They both have a common ground, however, which is children that are in the same class and in the same school. Can these two put together their differences for the sake of their children or will the bad blood between them eventually submerge them.
My Thoughts and Rating
I loved this movie to no ends. It’s one of those films that capture pure acting with a perfect storyline and an even more amazing delivery. I loved the idea of students in the same school and their mothers battling it out to give both of them the best. I loved that this was not all to the story as they had to build a bond that transcended being mothers to a sisterhood borne out of collective grief...of sorts.
I loved all the banter as well. One thing you can count on in this film is comedy. It’s not a general comedy that can be understood by all races because there is a lot of pidgin English, so you may not get the comedy outside Africa. But it is lovely regardless. Omoni Oboli and Funke Akindelw are epic actresses that never fail to embody what we role they’re give, so you can be sure not to see any forced acting.
The major themes visited here are parenthood, sisterhood, love, infidelity but to mention a few. These themes are not simply glossed over or mentioned in passing but are actually explored and given a defined resolution. I also loved the chemistry between the children. I may have fallen for Bayo a bit. I guess people have that natural charm about them that’s just endearing.
Either way, this was a good watch. As a Nigerian, if you haven’t seen this production, you shouldn’t have an excuse. It may have its flaws as most movies do, but thankfully, the flaws of Moms at War are excusable. I may just give it a good 7.5/10. Also an excellent weekend family watch.
Jhymi🖤
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The film caught my attention, especially because it reminded me of my mother and a neighbor who had a daughter my age, the truth sometimes competed to see which of the two had the best Barbie, the most recent or expensive or the most beautiful sandals, in short nonsense, about African humor I love that they highlight it in their films, because it is something that let you see sense of belonging and whoever wants to know more about it, well that research and ready, greetings.
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I haven't seen many Nollywood in a while, so I am compelled to see this one to break the spell. I just so happen to need a respite from my loved Horror/Hollywood!
I like movies with mothers bantering a lot. It is very hilarious and fun filled. I have not watched this movie but I might give it a try to catch some fun
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