But, the feature-length, skillfully written and directed by Tolu (Lord Tanner) Awobiyi, surprises with a compelling flashback, which becomes the core of the narrative and delivers a captivating drama that tells the story of how an undergraduate, Tayo (Jebutu) falls madly in love with Kemi (Osaile) and went as far as initiating a revenge that gets out of hand when he learnt that Kemi was alleged to be raped by highflying happening guy, Magic played by Timini Egbuson.
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| Mofeyintola Jebutu and Tolu Osaile as Young Tayo and Kemi |
Like a complete fool in love, Tayo takes full responsibility for something he didn't do, aiming to clear Kemi's name of all suspicions. However, it pays off when, after serving time, he ( Etim Effiong ) eventually reunites with the love of his life, Kemi (now played by Sophie Alakija), and they live happily ever after thanks to his guardian angel and boss, Mr Gabriel, specially played by Wale Ojo and with his 'Inspector Slo jo Obasanjo' hat.
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| Daniel Etim Effiong and Sophie Alakija as older Tayo and Kemi |
Now streaming on Prime Video, A Young Time Ago, inspired by the 2013 stage play Magic Time, also features an impressive cast that includes Sandra Okozuwa, Favour Ayah and Brutus Mfon Richard.