Something Like Gold Explained

Something Like Gold
Director:Kayode Kasum
Story:
Producer:
  • Sandra Okunzuwa
  • Ife Olujuyigbe
Starring:
Editing:Alex Aladejebi
Studio:
  • Film Trybe
  • Greenwealth Production
Distributor:
Runtime:106 minutes[1]
Country:Nigeria
Language:English,Yoruba
Gross:₦60M

Something Like Gold is a 2023 Nigerian drama film written by Adaeze Ibechukwu and directed by Kayode Kasum. The film centers on a woman who rediscovers love after being left at the altar while confronting the challenges of rebuilding her life following the seizure of her father's wealth. Produced by Sandra Okunzuwa and Ife Olujuyigbe, the film was released in cinemas nationwide on 29 September 2023, and stars Sandra Okunzuwa, Mercy Johnson Okojie, and Timini Egbuson.

Plot

Tamara Jola-Scott (Sandra Okunzuwa), the pampered daughter of wealthy Lagos socialite Jolayemi Scott (Patrick Doyle), lives a life of privilege, Her world is turned upside down when news breaks of her father's involvement in an embezzlement scheme, leading to his impending arrest. The scandal abruptly halts her wedding preparations, as all their properties are seized and her wedding is canceled. Her fiancé's father, who is also her father's business partner, refuses to proceed with the union, accusing Jolayemi of theft. Consequently, her fiancé, Demola (Timini Egbuson), abandons her.

Left alone and shunned by friends and family, Tamara is devastated and unsure of her next steps. Unexpectedly, Aunty Mayowa (Mercy Johnson), their former housemaid, comes to her rescue, following her father's instructions. She takes Tamara into her modest home, a stark contrast to the opulence she once knew. As Tamara adjusts to her new reality, she uncovers hidden secrets and meets people who profoundly change her life.

Cast

Production

The film was produced by FilmOne Entertainment and shot on location in Lagos, Nigeria.

Release

The film premiered in Nigerian cinemas on 29 September 2023 and later became available on streaming platforms, expanding its reach to international audiences.[3]

Box Office

Something Like Gold performed well at the box office, grossing ₦11.75 million[4] in Nigeria within the first three days of its release and accumulating over ₦18.75 million in its first week. The film quickly gained popularity not only in Nigeria but also in other African countries and among the diaspora.[5] [6] [7]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Something like gold . pulse.ng . 4 December 2023 . 18 August 2024.
  2. Web site: Fawole . 3 October 2023 . Sandra Okunzuwa on Making Her First Cinema Title "Something Like Gold" (EXCLUSIVE) . 19 August 2024 . ShockNG . en-US.
  3. Web site: Oloruntoyin . Faith . 3 September 2023 . Kayode Kasum's 'Something Like Gold' lands official release date . 19 August 2024 . Pulse Nigeria . en.
  4. Web site: Okwuego . Oluchi . 3 October 2023 . 'Something Like Gold' hits ₦11 million at Nigerian Box Office . 19 August 2024 . Voice of Nigeria . en-US.
  5. Web site: Koiki . Abigail . 10 October 2023 . Sandra Okunzuwa's "Something Like Gold" Shines With ₦18.75M Opening 7 Day Gross . 19 August 2024 . ShockNG . en-US.
  6. Web site: Oloruntoyin . Faith . 4 December 2023 . 'Something Like Gold' joins Nollywood's list of highest grossing titles . 19 August 2024 . Pulse Nigeria . en.
  7. Web site: Adeniyi . Ifetayo . 7 October 2023 . 'Something Like Gold' is most-watched Nollywood film in cinemas this week Megastar Magazine → Celebrating People, Business & Events . 19 August 2024 . Megastar Magazine . en-US.

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