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  • The Major (2023)
  • Short | 17 min | Short, Drama
The Major (2023)
Short | 17 min | Short, Drama
Set in Nigeria after the 1966 military coup and subsequent counter-coup, Lieutenant Danjuma, who is facing a court-martial for misconduct and insubordination, is accused of treason by Northern soldiers. He is interrogated and tortured by a...See moreSet in Nigeria after the 1966 military coup and subsequent counter-coup, Lieutenant Danjuma, who is facing a court-martial for misconduct and insubordination, is accused of treason by Northern soldiers. He is interrogated and tortured by a captain who questions his loyalty and motives, as well as the whereabouts of a particular Eastern Nigerian major. The story also depicts violent raids on suspected Eastern Nigerian officer's sympathizers and an escape attempt by Danjuma and the major. Themes of loyalty, betrayal, abuse of power, and the devastating consequences of political and ethnic tensions are explored. See less
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Director
Chukwuka Ndife (as Chukwuka 'Chukysmiles' Ndife)
Writers
Chukwuka Ndife (screenplay) (story) | Charles Ofoefule (story)
Producers
Engee Onuchukwu (producer) | Chidi Onuike (producer)
Production Designer
Chidi Onuike
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Release date
Oct 1, 2023 (Nigeria)

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