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| Directed by | Jade Osiberu |
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| Music by | Tolu Obanro[1] |
Production company | Greoh Studios |
| Distributed by | Amazon Prime Video |
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Running time | 124 Minutes |
| Country | Nigeria |
| Box office | ₦230 million (US$140,109.77) |
Gangs of Lagos is a Nigerian action thriller crime film produced and directed by Jade Osiberu, The film stars Tobi Bakre, Adesua Etomi, Chike, Iyabo Ojo, Chioma Akpotha,Zlatan, Bimbo Ademoye, Yvonne Jegede, Yinka Quadri, Pasuma and Idowu Adeyemi .[2] The film tells the story of three best friends Tobi Bakre (Obalola), Chike (Ify) and Adesua Etomi (Gift) who grew up in Isale Eko, a neighborhood controlled by politically connected gangs. As rival factions clash and violence erupts, the trio finds themselves entangled in the escalating gang warfare. Their involvement unravels deep secrets that threaten to upend the very fabric of Isale Eko.
Gangs of Lagos was released by Amazon MGM Studios through Prime Video on April 7, 2023. The film received generally mixed reviews from critics.[3]The film earned ₦230 million (US$140,109.77 in 2023) in Nigeria. Within the first 20 days of its release in 2023.
Gangs of Lagos deals with several themes, including loyalty, ambition, and struggles within the criminal underworld. Critics reviewed the film positively, praising its cinematography, production design, acting, and writing. The film also won several awards, including Best Young/Promising Actor, and Best Actress in a Leading Role at the 2023 African Movie Academy Awards.