A Nollywood fictional thriller that depicts security
agencies’ patriotic fight against terrorism and other crimes in the society has
hit cinemas in Abuja, the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports.
The film titled “Conscripted”, is a production of
Capital Pictures, and was premiered on Saturday night at the NAF Conference
Centre.
Mr Aik Odiase, the producer of the movie tells the
story of insecurity as a global challenge, and why people should appreciate the
unique sacrifices paid by security men in the service to their fatherland.
He said: “Conscripted is a call-up to a sacrificial
service to defend one’s country, and that of victory of good over evil.
“The story plot was culled from the Society, what
the world and Nigeria in particular, is doing to surmount terrorism and all
forms of insecurity.
“There were bombings, kidnappings, rapes, armed
robbery and other security challenges threatening the peace of Nigerians.
“Because of the increasing rate on security
challenges in the country, three selfless officers were drafted and specially
trained by the relevant authorities to combat crime.
“The gallant officers include: ‘Brown’ who is in
charge of schematic, Pinky’ who is in charge of interrogation and
‘Edge’ the head of the Special Anti-Crime Unit of the Police Force,”he said.
Odiase noted that like many security officers, the
anti-crime squad members paid some costly prices in their passionate service to
their country.
He added that the scenario was to reassert the need
to appreciate and support security officers in ensuring a safe society for all.
“In the process, Edge lost his daughter, and Brown
lost his mother who was kidnapped.
“Pinky on her part, lost her relationship when she
found out that her man was one of those terrorising the state.
“All these clearly express the fact that our
security men are human after all, they and their families also need
protection.’’
The anti-crime movie featured iconic Nollywood
stars, Aik Odiase as ‘Edge’, Chinyere Onah as ‘Pinky’ and Preach Bassey as
‘Brown’.
Other casts include Sir K,Mikky Odey, Sunny Williams
and Lizzy Ofuani, among others.
Mr Sunny-Ken Awoji, the Vice Chairman of Abuja
Chapter of the Association of Movie Producers (AMP), who also collaborated in
the “Conscripted” project, commended the initiative.
He noted that the movie was a big boost and would
open new frontiers for the film industry in Abuja, since it was one hundred per
cent produced in the territory.
“This movie is a clear reflection of the potential
that abound in the Federal Capital Territory, in terms of filmmaking.
“All the actors, producer, director, and even the
equipment and locations used in the movie are from within Abuja.
“This is the first time this is happening, as what
we usually see is to see someone come with casts and shoot a movie and then
leave
“We have used “Conscripted” to create a niche for
the movie industry in Abuja.’’ he added.
Awoji noted that the movie had received several
nominations for both international and local awards.
Actors, producers and other stakeholders in
Nollywood across the country were among those present at the premiere.
NAN
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