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| Directed by | Samuel O. Olateru |
| Written by | Tamara Aihie |
| Produced by | Bolanle Olasunde |
| Starring | Deyemi Okanlawon Rachel Oniga Tina Mba Peter Fatomilola |
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| Running time | 100 minutes |
| Country | Nigeria |
| Language | English |
Rise of the Saints, is a 2020 Nigerian action fantasy film directed by Samuel O. Olateru and produced by Bolanle Olasunde. The film stars Deyemi Okanlawon and Rachel Oniga in the lead roles whereas Tina Mba, Peter Fatomilola, and Teleola Kuponiyi made supportive roles. The film deals with the story of Yoruba legend, Queen Moremi Ajasoro.
The film made its premier on 9 October 2020 in Filmhouse IMAX cinemas, Lekki after five years of its production. The film received mixed reviews from critics.
Cast
- Teleola Kuponiyi as Luke
- Deyemi Okanlawon as Wale
- Rachel Oniga as Aunty Tolu
- Tina Mba as Prophetess
- Peter Fatomilola as Orula
- Olufunmi Ronke Disu as Dena
- Daniel Ugbang
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