'76

The way the shots are made was like it is a comedy movie.

Some dialogues sound like it was a comedy.

But it is not funny in any way.

The movie was well done but I could not figure out what type of movie it wanted to be and what was the story about until I stopped watching somewhere at the middle.

What a novel plot that took us back in time! Izu Ojukwu adequately fed our curiosity!

The acting, editing, and overall screenplay, regrettably, did not follow the same path 😔

DELICIOUS

-We need to give it up for '76's photography because it felt like we were actually watching a movie shot in the 70s. Good job!

-The narrative gave us knowledge about a vital historical event, a great way to break from typical fictional scripts

-Izu intentionally gave us a taste of the old days by featuring black and white shots, voices from radio/tv presenters, social activities, singers, and an entertaining ambiance

-You could tell the costume, score, and set design teams put a lot of effort to produce a 70s look in the movie. We relished the afros, colorful dresses and bell bottom pants 😃

BLAND

-Rita Dominic delivered a notable performance post-pregnancy, but before that, she was walking and running fast, getting up and down effortlessly with a full-term pregnancy that it took away from the realism of the story.

The other actors were ok, not memorable except for Adonijah Owiriwa playing Captain Jaiye

-The editor, at times, cut some scenes too quickly that we missed some valuable details

-It would have been nice for the screenplay to have included more detailed character development, e.g., we didn't really get to know Captain Dewa's psychology during jail time.

Further info about the coup planning and the process leading to its failure could have been provided to better understand '76.

Based on true events about a failed military coup d'état in Nigeria in beginning of 1976 led by Lieutenant Colonel Buka Suka Dimka to overthrow the government of General Murtala Mohammed .. it's a political thriller with structured first half that later takes a winding course..however, an intriguing plot.. Interesting facts I came to know about watching this movie is that they love Hindi (Bollywood) cinema as in one scene they are showing Shammi Kapoor's movie in background.. also, the youngers kneel on floor or bow to show respect to the elders and use of left hand to eat, greet, handover or to collect is a sign of disrespect.

Incredible. Rarely do I see Nollywood movies adapted from true life situations, especially from a dated era where so much attention to detail is paid. The lighting, cinematography, props are so beautiful, this movie can definitely be categorized as modern classic. The retro feel it give is so breathtaking that nothing looks out of place throughout the 2 hour duration of the movie. Incredible casting as well! I was especially impressed by the performance of Adonijah Owiriwa who plays Captain V. M. Jaiye. Overall I loved the movie in it's entirety and hope more directors and producers can provide more movies reading between the lines of historic events. 9/10 for me.

As Nollywood gets to the cinemas and international film festivals. This is a worthy watch. If you're expecting to see true-life characters with relation to the coup plot and assassination of Murtala Mohammed in 1976, you'll be greatly disappointed. Rather this is more of a story created around that setting. Also as a military-themed movie, I was expecting to see some firepower in action, but this had none. The actors played their roles well most especially Rita Dominic, who was spectacular and emotionally intriguing in the movie. She added to the suspense in the movie. Ramsey Nouah was terrific as usual. Movie was a bit stretched. But in all, this was a good effort worthy of international acclaim.