Aramotu (2010)
Aramotu is a fictitious, myth-like tale that is set in the tradition-bound Yorubaland of 1909. It spins the story of Aramotu, a wealthy female trader, who dares to stretch the boundaries that ancient myths and traditions place on the life of the women of her time. Aramotu tries to employ the social-engineering aspects of the Gelede Cult to realize her progressive ideas about the rights of women and the need for people-oriented governance in her native Agesi Village.
Director: Niji Akanni
Runtime: 120 min
Release Date: December 20, 2010
Cast
- Idiat Sobande - Aramotu
- Kayode Odumosu - Akanmu
- Ireti Osayemi-Bakare - Iyalode
- Ayo Olabiyi - Olookande
- Gabriel Afolayan - Gbegiro
- Tunbosun Odunsi - Head Chief
- Peter Fatomilola
- Bisi Komolafe
Screenplay
Editing: Abimbola Taiwo
Original Language: en
More Films by Director: Niji Akanni
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Aramotu about?
- Aramotu is a fictitious, myth-like tale that is set in the tradition-bound Yorubaland of 1909. It spins the story of Aramotu, a wealthy female trader, who dares to stretch the boundaries that ancient myths and traditions place on the life of the women of her time. Aramotu tries to employ the social-engineering aspects of the Gelede Cult to realize her progressive ideas about the rights of women and the need for people-oriented governance in her native Agesi Village.
- Who directed Aramotu?
- Aramotu was directed by Niji Akanni.
- Who stars in Aramotu?
- Aramotu stars Idiat Sobande, Kayode Odumosu, Ireti Osayemi-Bakare, Ayo Olabiyi, Gabriel Afolayan, Tunbosun Odunsi.
- How long is Aramotu?
- Aramotu has a runtime of 2h 0m (120 minutes).