Series Review: ÒLÒTŪRÉ: THE JOURNEY (SEASON 1)
Rating: 8/10
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Dayo: “Òlòtūré: The Journey” picks up seamlessly from where the first film left off, diving straight into the tension stirred by Oloture’s meddling.
This sequel does exactly what a good follow-up should do—it surpasses its predecessor in both depth and intensity.
The story is gripping in its stark and unfiltered portrayal of dashed hopes and abiding despair. Your spirit breaks in sympathy for the women whose experiences this tale is based on; women stripped of their humanity and treated like commodities.
Despite narrowly escaping a slaughter that killed all but two of them, Oloture remains determined to forge ahead on this seemingly doomed journey. I never quite understand why. Going home seems like the safer choice, especially after everything she has witnessed and experienced. The traffickers already think she’s dead, and she has all the information she needs for her story—whether or not her newspaper will support her.
Her relentlessness, even when returning home would be safer, adds a layer of complexity to her character.
While Oloture’s journey is compelling, it is Beauty’s storyline that truly held my attention. Her life, dragged into a never-ending nightmare, seemed doomed from the start. It’s heart-wrenching to see people surrender to a horrifying situation simply because they have no other options.
The performances are solid, with the cast delivering realistically embodied characters.
The storytelling is so riveting that you’re almost afraid to blink. Engaging dialogue, impeccable visuals, and impressive effects further elevate the storytelling.
“Òlòtūré: The Journey” is a captivating continuation of a vital story. I look forward to seeing the next installment of the series.
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Directed by: Kenneth Gyang
ÒLÒTŪRÉ: THE JOURNEY (SEASON 1) is showing on Netflix.
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