Anikulapo: Rise of the Spectre

This is one of the best African movies/series in a while. Exceptional storytelling with rich African culture. I think the problem with some people is that they go in to watch movies like these with "Hollywood mentality", that is, with so much foreign movie style expectation. The cinematography was on point with a lot of originality. The message was well carried out and the acting was real and the characters played their roles exceptionally well. This movie is true to African culture. I guess some people do not even know their own culture.

Kudos to the entire crew and directors for an excellent job done.

I don't know why people be eating this 6.7. Y'all must be sick or something. This is a legendary movie. The best African movie I've watched in a long while. Watching Anikulapo both movies was akin to embarking on a mesmerizing journey through the heart and soul of Africa itself. Every frame was a masterpiece, weaving together the rich tapestry of African culture, tradition, and untold stories. The performances were not just acted; they were lived, breathed, and etched into the very fabric of cinematic history. With each scene, I felt transported to another world, where the rhythms of the land pulsated through every beat of my heart. Anikulapo isn't just a film; it's an experience-an unforgettable testament to the power of storytelling and the enduring spirit of Africa.

The director of this movie deserves a standing ovation.

I kept clapping at intervals while watching Anikulapó

The perfect blend of continuation in the storyline from the end of the first movie into the new series was seamless. Diving into the movie with its aromatic and comical representation of life and death is delightful, a play of philosophy with comedy.

The story is rich, Anikulapó is totally absorbing.

The cinematography is good, the sound too, everything was perfectly knit together.

The new characters were an overkill considering Anikulapó's rich and captivating storyline.

Bashorun is exempted from the overkill, he played his part well, his acting was a jewel in the crown of Anikulapó. His acting impressed me the most, followed by the 3 ghosts whose sad faces made their scene an effortless comedy.

The costumes and character cast was creative and accurate, especially the angel at heaven's gate.

The movie opens a window to view a part of the Yoruba culture.

Personally this is where the richness of the movie emanates from, it being centered on the Yoruba culture offered a refreshing sight to my Igbo eyes.

Anikulapo: Rise of the Spectre is an incredible tv mini series that well surpasses the first movie (Anikulapo). It's a set of cinematic master piece. The craft is expertly made, and it shows in every shot. The first movie should have been a tv series. The star of this series is Owodo Ogunde. His character was brutal, and cynical; a genuinely terrifying Balogun that wanted more power and political control in the Oyo empire. The last time I rated a Kunle Afolayan movie/series this high was October 1. He has improved on his craft. The only knock on this tv series is that we didn't get enough of the back story of Balogun conquest.

Nice cinematography, noncohesive storytelling with lots of distracting scenes hence ultimately dragging the pacing and diluting the overall impact of the narrative. A more fitting title for the film could have been "Bashorun: The Rise of the Spectre" or a similarly evocative alternative.

Some call it a legendary movie, but I won't argue based on the set, while nice cinematography can enhance the visual experience, it's often not enough to compensate for the film's shortcomings in other areas, especially in the storyline which lacks clarity or fails to effectively connect the various plot threads hence the detachment from characters.