Watch Phone Swap
- 2012
- 1 hr 52 min
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6.4 (198)
"Phone Swap" is a Nigerian romantic comedy that was released in 2012. The movie follows the story of two strangers who accidentally swap their phones at the airport and their paths cross in unexpected ways. The film stars Nse Ikpe-Etim as Akin, a successful Lagos-based advertising executive, and Wale Ojo as Mary, a London-based fashion designer. Other notable cast members include Joke Silva and Lydia Forson.
The movie opens with Akin arriving at the airport, looking dapper and professional, as he's heading to London for a business conference. Mary, on the other hand, is a free-spirited fashion designer, who's heading to Nigeria to meet her fiancé for the first time. They both bump into each other, and as fate would have it, they end up swapping their phones when they both try to retrieve them at the same time.
The rest of the movie follows their adventure as they navigate each other's lives through the phones. The audience gets to see their different lifestyles, cultures, and even their families. The movie cleverly uses the switch to create some hilarious scenarios, with Akin getting caught up in Mary's fashion world, and Mary struggling to adjust to the fast-paced Lagos lifestyle.
As Akin and Mary try to return their phones to each other, they find themselves falling for each other in the process. However, both of them have significant others in their lives, which makes things complicated. Akin's girlfriend is expecting their first child, and Mary is set to marry her fiancé. Nonetheless, they continue to communicate through the phones and grow closer each day.
The movie is beautifully shot and showcases the bustling city of Lagos and the lively city of London. The cinematography and use of music add to the film's overall charm and appeal. The storytelling is well crafted, with engaging dialogue and relatable characters.
Overall, "Phone Swap" is a delightful romantic-comedy that utilizes a simple premise to create a fun and engaging story. The movie tackles topics such as culture, relationships, and the differences and similarities between Nigeria and the UK. It is a must-watch for anyone interested in Nigerian cinema and a fun option for anyone just looking for a good romantic comedy.