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New Money is a Nigerian movie from 2018 that gives us a glimpse into the life of a young lady, Toun Odumosu, who inherits a massive fortune following the death of her father. The movie, directed by Tope Oshin, features an incredibly talented cast from Nigeria's movie industry, including Adeolu Adefarasin, Dakore Akande, and Tayo Akinsipe.

Toun Odumosu, the protagonist, is a young aspiring fashion designer who has to drag herself to school and fend for herself after the sudden and quite devastating breakdown of her father's finances. Her life suddenly changes when she receives a call from a lawyer informing her of her father's death and his vast estate, which includes a thriving business empire worth millions of naira.

Initially, Toun's family is elated and delighted to inherit such a vast fortune, but things suddenly start to take a turn for the worse when family members start conflicting over who is rightfully entitled to what. Toun eventually realizes the bitter truth about her father and his sour relationship with his siblings. She tries to unravel the mystery and the past that has caused the rift between her father and his family members.

As Toun navigates the world of the wealthy, she experiences a lot of things,from backstabbing to betrayal, she must learn quickly to adapt and to remain strong, lest she squanders her inheritance or the vultures in the family get a bite of the pie. With the help of her trusted ally, OC (Adeolu Adefarasin), a wealthy business partner of her father, she uncovers a plot to illicitly seize the assets of the Odumosu dynasty.

The movie delivers lots of plot twists and turns, especially the revelation of the kind of people who typically scround around the wealthy and the wealthy problems. For instance, conflicts amongst family members lead to unfortunate incidents that could police involvment. This revelation shows how people could go to extreme lengths to claim what they believe is rightfully “theirs,” even if it means physically harming those who stand in their way.

One of the notable features of the movie is how it heavily explores the themes of family and wealth, presenting the audience with an unfiltered view of the lengths some people can go to gain access to money and power. New Money also addresses societal problems in Nigeria, such as poverty, social class disparities, and greed. Additionally, it sheds light on the reality of the country's elite and the challenges they face, as well as showcasing the struggles of everyday Nigerians.

The acting performances are noteworthy, with each actor embodying their respective characters well. Adeolu Adefarasin, who plays Toun's business partner, OC, delivers a commendable performance, bringing to life the character's suave demeanor and stoic presence. Dakore Akande also puts in a good show as Toun's stepmother and loyal ally, giving the right emotions to convincingly portray her character's loyalty and devotion to Toun.

In conclusion, New Money is a captivating movie that takes the audience on a thrilling and exhilarating journey through the dynamics of wealth and family politics in Nigeria. It portrays the nuances of the Nigerian elite and the struggle of ordinary Nigerians to break away from the cycle of poverty. The movie is reflective of Nigeria's reality but told in a way that is entertaining, making it easy for people from different cultures to empathize with the characters and their struggles.

New Money is a 2018 comedy with a runtime of 1 hour and 47 minutes. It has received moderate reviews from critics and viewers, who have given it an IMDb score of 5.3.