MUNA Film REview
Art Blogger@artblogger
1 year ago
"Muna" is a riveting Nigerian action-drama film that packs a punch, both in terms of its action sequences and its exploration of important social issues. As a 25-year-old creative writer, I couldn't help but be captivated by this powerful story that takes us on a thrilling journey through the world of human trafficking and empowerment.
Plot-wise, "Muna" follows the life of the titular character, Muna, portrayed by Adesua Etomi-Wellington, who delivers a performance that's nothing short of awe-inspiring. Muna is a victim of human trafficking but transforms into a resilient force of nature, seeking justice and liberation for herself and others. The film doesn't shy away from the harsh realities of human trafficking, shedding light on this pressing issue while telling an empowering story of a survivor's quest for redemption.
The action sequences in "Muna" are intense and expertly choreographed, demonstrating the rise of well-executed action scenes in Nigerian cinema. It's refreshing to see the industry pushing its boundaries and giving us action that rivals international standards.
The direction by Kevin Nwankwor is commendable, and he ensures that the film maintains its gripping pace throughout. Nwankwor's ability to balance intense action with a heartfelt narrative makes "Muna" a well-rounded cinematic experience.
The storytelling in "Muna" is emotionally charged, with a strong focus on Muna's character development and her journey towards empowerment. It's a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the power of one person to effect change, even in the face of seemingly insurmountable odds.
The film touches on themes of empowerment, justice, and the fight against human trafficking. It's an important social message that resonates with today's global issues and is presented in a way that's both thought-provoking and entertaining.
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ABOUT THE MOVIE
'Muna' is the story of a spirited girl raised by her grandmother; the last surviving member of their family. Muna's driving desire to provide a better life for herself and grandmother in the land of milk and honey, leads to shady characters that will change the trajectory. Landing her smack dab into the hands of traffickers. That experience turns her once golden heart into one driven by stone cold revenge on those who stole her innocence. In her grand plan, love was never on the agenda. When secrets and betrayal complicate her strategy, she has a tough decision to make. Will she remain a prisoner of her past or allow love to set her free? The story is by Award Winning author Unoma Nwankwor, screenplay by Kevin Nwankwor, Joe Leone , Liam Parry and directed by Kevin Nkem Nwankor ('Tempting Fate'). 'Muna' stars Adesua Etomi in the leading role, along Adam Huss, Sharon Ifedi, Robert Miano and Onyeka Onwenu and many other great actors.
A spirited young African girl narrowly escapes a child sex-trafficking ring, lands in America and, with revenge in mind, trains as an assassin. Ready to take down the entire corrupt organization, Muna accidentally falls in love with a critical member of the opposition.
Directed by
Kevin Nwankwor
Writing Credits (in alphabetical order)
Joe Leone
Kevin Nwankwor
Unoma Nwankwor ... (story)
Unoma Nwankwor
Liam Parry
Cast (in credits order)
Adesua Etomi-Wellington Adesua Etomi-Wellington ... Muna (as Adesua Etomi)
Adam Huss Adam Huss ... Tony
Robert Miano Robert Miano ... Luca
Michael Cavalieri Michael Cavalieri ... Varrick
Massi Furlan Massi Furlan ... Adrian
Steve Wilder Steve Wilder ... Detective Oswald
Myles Cranford Myles Cranford ... Daniel
Mayling Ng Mayling Ng ... Brunilda
Johnny Williams Johnny Williams ... Gustav
Camille Winbush Camille Winbush ... Mindy
Rest of cast listed alphabetically:
Brandon Akira Brandon Akira ... Russian Mob
Brian Alexander Brian Alexander ... Russian Mob
Morris Otonye Bereweriso Morris Otonye Bereweriso ... Thug
Kofi Boakye Kofi Boakye ... Rex
John-Rogers Chuks John-Rogers Chuks ... Officer 2
Cesar D' La Torre Cesar D' La Torre ... Alberto
Nathan Daley Nathan Daley
Evlen Egbochue Evlen Egbochue ... Basement Girl 1
Abel Eshim Abel Eshim ... Kid 1
Falz Falz ... Older Officer (as Folarin Falana)
Ikponmwosa Gold Ikponmwosa Gold ... Patrick
Chris Guzzi Chris Guzzi ... Thug
Christopher Guzzy Christopher Guzzy ... Thug
Dante Harasz Dante Harasz ... Thug
Tanner Hodgeson Tanner Hodgeson ... Audience
Sharon Ifedi Sharon Ifedi ... Young Muna
Stanley Igboanugo Stanley Igboanugo ... Okechukwu (as Lilly Stan Igboanugo)
Sahba Keihani Sahba Keihani ... Rex Club
Vince Lozano Vince Lozano ... Thug
Seli Marset Seli Marset ... Secretary
Roslin Mekus Roslin Mekus ... Basement Girl 4
Ryan Michaels Ryan Michaels ... Thug
Emeka Nwankwo Emeka Nwankwo ... Other Boy
Chukwufumnanya Nwankwor Chukwufumnanya Nwankwor ... Kids Singing
Ivan Nwankwor Ivan Nwankwor ... Police officer 3
Ugochukwu Nwankwor Ugochukwu Nwankwor ... Kids Singing
Emmanuel Nzube Emmanuel Nzube ... Thug
Eze-Ezekwesirir Ohayagha Eze-Ezekwesirir Ohayagha ... Officer 2
Makayla Ojeah Makayla Ojeah ... Kids Singing
Ebele Okaro-Onyiuke Ebele Okaro-Onyiuke ... Adaeze's mother
Philip Okoli Philip Okoli ... Bicycle man backing a goat
Tony White Okoli Tony White Okoli ... Tunde (as Tony Okoli)
Tracy Okpala Tracy Okpala ... Lily
Andrew Onochie Andrew Onochie ... Detective Gordon
Onyeka Onwenu Onyeka Onwenu ... Ndidi - Muna's Grandma
Deborah Orukpe Deborah Orukpe ... Basement Girl 5
Charles Osiegbu Charles Osiegbu ... Rex Club
Chiyumba Ossome Chiyumba Ossome ... Rex Club
Kaci Quinn Kaci Quinn ... Rex Club
Cory Roberts Cory Roberts ... Tony's guide
Seli M. Rose Seli M. Rose ... Secretary
Sammy The Dwarf Sammy The Dwarf ... Mister Shea
Ebi Tubotu Shakara Ebi Tubotu Shakara ... Much Older Boy
Silvia Spross Silvia Spross ... Announcer
Afam Stephanie Afam Stephanie ... Young Adaeze
Mark Stevens Mark Stevens ... Bartender
Mark Stevens Mark Stevens ... Bartender
Doris Sunday Doris Sunday ... Basement Girl 2
Victoria Sunny Victoria Sunny ... Basement Girl 3
Jack Townsend Jack Townsend ... Russian Mob
Chris Willard Chris Willard ... Crime scene photographer
Michael Wiser Michael Wiser ... Tony's guide
Produced by
Stella Albright ... associate producer
John-Rogers Chuks ... line producer (as John Rogers Chucks)
Tannia Marroquin ... associate producer
Henri Anario Nwabuisi ... associate producer
Kevin Nwankwor ... producer
Unoma Nwankwor ... executive producer
Emmanuel Ojeah ... executive producer
Andrew Onochie ... associate producer
Sulekh Suman ... associate producer
Chris Willard ... associate producer
Music by
Bartholomew Dennis
Jacques Fouche
Jimmy Gian
Emeka Mekoyo Onusiriuka
Cinematography by
EJ Alvarez
Nick Ramsey
Sulekh Suman
Editing by
EJ Alvarez
Casting By
Jaimie Beebe
Doug Haley
Kevin Nwankwor
Production Design by
Felipe Herrera
Art Direction by
Steven Alfaro
Ebuka Ekwedike ... asst art director
Sean Israel Izuchukwu
Costume Design by
Gabrielle Sciabbarrasi
Eucharia Ugwumba
Makeup Department
Michelle Cassel ... key makeup artist
Kimya Kiarash ... key makeup artist
Ejiro Ofa ... key makeup artist
Production Management
Douglas Akhabue ... production manager
Kevin Nwankwor ... post-production manager
Second Unit Director or Assistant Director
Dave Casper ... first assistant director
Michi Que Doan ... first assistant director
Uju Edoziem ... second assistant director
Jiyoung Park ... second assistant director
Chidike Samuelson Victory ... first assistant director
Art Department
Steven Alfaro ... story board artist
Sound Department
Austin Bledsoe ... Location Sound Recording
Tom Hopper ... Location Sound Recording
Micun Jaukovic ... foley artist / re-recording mixer / sound designer / sound editor
Kyle McLane ... Location Sound Recording
Wisdom Nwankwo ... boom operator (as Nwankwo Wisdom)
Dako Puac ... foley artist / re-recording mixer / sound designer / sound editor
C.M.W. Skipper ... sound designer
Visual Effects by
Ghazi Ali ... visual effects artist
Haris Ali ... vfx lead artist
Mrinal Dutta ... visual effects artist
Akash Ghodke ... vfx rotoscope artist
Prabir Guchhait ... vfx rotoscope artist
Pranay Kadam ... vfx rotoscope artist
Pratik Pradeep Singh ... vfx lead artist
Stunts
Brandon Akira ... stunt performer
Brian Alexander ... stunt performer
Bridgette Michelle Bentley ... stunt double: Muna
Jeff Constine ... stunt coordinator
Jeffrey Constine ... stunt coordinator
Nathan Daley ... stunt performer
Anisha Gibbs ... stunt double: Muna
Chris Guzzi ... stunt performer
Christopher Guzzy ... stunt performer
Dante Harasz ... stunt performer
Ryan Michaels ... stunt performer
Chad Parker ... stunt coordinator
Jack Townsend ... stunt performer
Camera and Electrical Department
Tunde Abiona ... grip
Wei Song Ang ... second assistant camera
Okoli Anthony ... grip
Irvin Diaz ... gaffer
Diame Ekoriko ... grip
Precious Ifedi ... grip
Dani Lo ... first assistant camera
Rogelio Mosqueda ... second assistant camera
Ivan Nwankwor ... dit
Francis Okorafor ... Steadi-cam operator
Emmanuel Olatunji ... key grip
Sesan Olunuga ... grip
Preston Phillips ... first assistant camera
Halley Saunders ... first assistant camera
Erin Kelly Smith ... dit
Conor Daniel Soules ... grip (as Conor Soules)
AbdulAzeez Tajudeen ... gaffer
Alex van Putten ... first assistant camera
Jeff Vanderpool ... second assistant camera
Michael Wiser ... second assistant camera
Arman Zajic ... gaffer
Nemo Zajic ... key grip
Nick Zajic ... key grip
Costume and Wardrobe Department
Gabrielle Sciabbarrasi ... wardrobe
Eucharia Ugwumba ... wardrobe
Editorial Department
Mike Bonner ... colorist
Irvin Diaz ... assistant editor
Erin Kelly Smith ... assistant editor
Ben Walters ... post production supervisor
Nathan Walters ... post production supervisor
Location Management
Chinedu Arinze ... location manager
Script and Continuity Department
Christopher Adam Hruby ... script supervisor (as Christopher Hruby)
Eze Ezekwesiri Ohayagha ... script supervisor
Transportation Department
Ikenna Patrick ... production driver
Additional Crew
Douglas Akhabue ... production manaager
Muhammed Badran ... graphic desiger
Brian Bloss ... drone operator
Michelle Cassel ... production assistant
Wester Demandante ... production assistant
Anthony Dimaria ... drone operator
Sam Fillingham ... graphic desiger
Adel Gabr ... Motion graphics
Kyaw Han ... graphic desiger
Noah Herndon ... production assistant
Monica Higeria ... production assistant
Nabeel Iqbal ... Motion graphics
Leonard Joseph ... production assistant
Danielle Lavay ... production assistant
Debbi Lindsay ... production assistant
Tannia Marroquin ... behind the scenes coverage
Ivan Nwankwor ... production manaager
Chigozie Okpalaeke ... production manaager
Mostafa Saad ... Motion graphics
Chisom Victor ... Set Still Photography
Chris Willard ... Set Still Photography
Thanks
Henri Anario Nwabuisi ... special thanks
Unoma Nwankwor ... very special thanks
Sulekh Suman ... special thanks
