How Head Over Bills delivered an enjoyable drama remains an absolute mystery.
But with a remarkable cast led by Shaffy Bello, including Bimbo Ademoye, Ego Nwosu, Uzor Arukwe, Mofe Duncan and Rachel Okonkwo, that would have been very possible.
Despite the promising ensemble, the film falls short due to its lacklustre storyline, penned by Mania Oiseomaye and helmed by director Dabby Chimere. While the narrative unfolds against a visually captivating backdrop, the authenticity of the character portrayals feels contrived, failing to capture the essence of a wealthy Nigerian family convincingly.
Bello plays the matriarch, Elizabeth Ofilli, who grows increasingly frustrated with her daughters, Oluchi (Okonkwo), Cheta (Ademoye) and Muna's (Nwosu) extravagant lifestyles. Mrs Ofilli, who also has an undisclosed health condition, issues a three-month ultimatum to her daughters; shape up or face being cut off the family’s fortune. Heeding their mother’s warning, the Ofilli sisters embark on a journey of self-discovery and transformation.
Evoking the nostalgia of a classic 'DVD' movie, Head Over Bills, despite its flaws, manages to entertain and captivate audiences. Its intriguing narrative and engaging storyline make it a film worth watching.
It streams on Prime Video
How Head Over Bills delivered an enjoyable drama remains an absolute mystery.
But with a remarkable cast led by Shaffy Bello, including Bimbo Ademoye, Ego Nwosu, Uzor Arukwe, Mofe Duncan and Rachel Okonkwo, that would have been very possible.
Despite the promising ensemble, the film falls short due to its lacklustre storyline, penned by Mania Oiseomaye and helmed by director Dabby Chimere. While the narrative unfolds against a visually captivating backdrop, the authenticity of the character portrayals feels contrived, failing to capture the essence of a wealthy Nigerian family convincingly.
Bello plays the matriarch, Elizabeth Ofilli, who grows increasingly frustrated with her daughters, Oluchi (Okonkwo), Cheta (Ademoye) and Muna's (Nwosu) extravagant lifestyles. Mrs Ofilli, who also has an undisclosed health condition, issues a three-month ultimatum to her daughters; shape up or face being cut off the family’s fortune. Heeding their mother’s warning, the Ofilli sisters embark on a journey of self-discovery and transformation.
Evoking the nostalgia of a classic 'DVD' movie, Head Over Bills, despite its flaws, manages to entertain and captivate audiences. Its intriguing narrative and engaging storyline make it a film worth watching.
It streams on Prime Video