Watch Osuofia in London

Osuofia in London is a 2003 Nigerian comedy film directed by Kingsley Ogoro and starring Nkem Owoh in the lead role, alongside Sebastian Hall, Mara Ashton, and Charles Angiama. The film follows Osuofia, a typical Igbo man from a rural village in Nigeria who travels to London to collect his share of an inheritance left to him by his late brother.

As expected, Osuofia, a man with a unique personality, is faced with several challenges as he tries to adapt to life in London, a completely foreign place to him. Most of the movie focuses on Osuofia's mishaps and misadventures as he tries to navigate London's complex culture and way of life while staying true to his Igbo roots.

From the moment he steps onto the streets of London, Osuofia stands out like a sore thumb. His loud and colorful traditional Igbo attire and his heavily accented English draws unwanted attention to him, and he soon finds himself in several hilarious situations as he tries to complete his mission.

Nkem Owoh's excellent portrayal of Osuofia, a character he had previously played in another Nigerian comedy classic, 'Nna Men', makes the movie an absolute delight to watch. His characterization of the village man, with his over-the-top mannerisms and antics, highlights the cultural differences between Nigerian and British societies, making for an entertaining spectacle.

One of the movie's standout scenes features Osuofia entering a bank and mistaking a queue for a tussle. His reaction, atypical of a Nigerian, to the queue causes a stir, which leads to a hilarious confrontation with a bank official who ultimately denies him access to his bank account.

Another memorable scene sees Osuofia finding himself lost in the streets of London after a night out with new-found friends. With no idea how to locate his hotel, he tries to seek directions using his thick Igbo accent, which leads to a series of misinterpretations.

Despite the movies being a comedy, it also addresses a few important societal issues such as the effects of colonialism on African culture, racism, and cultural assimilation. Osuofia's journey in London challenges and redefines his perspective about life both in his homeland and abroad.

Overall, Osuofia in London is a delightful comedy that will leave anyone cracking up as Nkem Owoh's energetic performance as Osuofia lights up the screen. The movie is an excellent representation of Nigeria’s culture and the audience only has to follow Osuofia’s journey to experience it. From the language to the wardrobe, and the innuendos, it was truly a comprehensive representation of the cultural differences between the West and Africa.