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Mumu Man

108 min

A sobering, sometimes wry portrait of a man's self-destruction that keeps you tense and hoping he turns back.

Directed by
Paul Utomi
Genres
Drama
Tagline
A compulsive gambler risks his marriage, job, and life chasing dreams of instant wealth. As his addiction spirals, he must choose between his delusions and redemption.
Overview
Joseph, a dreamer addicted to gambling, believes it's his path to riches. His obsession strains his marriage to Akunna and puts their daughter's education at risk. As Joseph spirals deeper, enabled by his friend Emeka and exploited by fake spiritual advisors, he faces dangerous consequences. His sister-in-law's misguided attempts to help and Akunna's growing frustration add to the chaos. Joseph must choose between his delusions and saving his family, job, and life in this comedic yet poignant tale of addiction and redemption.
How it feels
Measured and needs your attention.
About
Addiction, family, redemption, obsession
Content
Mild violence, sexual content and language. No gore.
Note
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Directed by
Paul Utomi
Genres
Drama
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Tone
    Pacing
    measured, 2 of 4, from slow-burn to relentless
    Attention
    engaged, 3 of 4, from background-friendly to demanding
    Era
    contemporary
    Audience
    adult
    Form
    None
    Content intensity
    • Gore none
    • Language mild
    • Violence mild
    • Sex mild
    All scales, 0 to 10
    Scales, 0 to 10
    ScaleValue0 to 10
    Action2
    Horror1
    Humour4
    Realism8
    Romance3
    Tension6
    Darkness6
    Complexity4
    Emotional weight7

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    Details

    Genres
    drama
    Directed by
    Paul Utomi
    Written by
    Karyn Udeh
    Starring
    Baaj Adebule, Stan Nze, Adaora Udeh, Nosa Rex
    Runtime
    108 min
    Country
    Nigeria
    Languages
    English

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