A Story of Courage, Family, and the Unbreakable Light Within
This December 12, the critically acclaimed short film The Sun’s Glory returns to captivate audiences once again — this time, on the BIG SCREEN, at Games Night with Prosper Light: Big Screen Edition.
Written by Omokehinde Olateju and Prosper Light, The Sun’s Glory is an evocative cinematic journey that shines a bold light on identity, resilience, and the triumph of the human spirit. The film, which first premiered to powerful reviews for its portrayal of albinism and family acceptance, makes a triumphant comeback in a special re-screening that merges film, art, and community.
At its core, The Sun’s Glory follows Tope Willem, a young boy living with albinism whose love for writing becomes his weapon of defiance against a world that doubts him. Through Tope’s eyes, the audience witnesses the painful weight of rejection from society, from the classroom, and even from his father and the quiet courage it takes to keep believing in yourself when no one else does. But this is not a story of pity; it’s a story of power. Tope’s journey unfolds into a tender exploration of hope, purpose, and finding light in unlikely places.
The film also draws audiences into the emotional heart of the Willem family a household torn between fear, love, and misunderstanding. While Mr. Willem struggles with prejudice rooted in ignorance, Mrs. Willem becomes her son’s unwavering source of faith. Her love ignites a transformation that leads to one of the film’s most moving truths: that unconditional love can heal the deepest kind of blindness the one that prevents us from seeing each other fully.
Audiences will once again witness the unforgettable performance of Prosper Light as Tope Willem, the young dreamer who refuses to let prejudice dim his brilliance. Damilola Ogunsi takes on the emotionally resonant role of Older Tope, while EyiyemiOlivia Rogbinyin delivers a stirring portrayal of Mrs. Willem, the mother whose quiet strength becomes her son’s guiding light.
More than a film, The Sun’s Glory is a movement, one that dares to tell stories that matter, stories that challenge perception, and stories that remind us that every kind of light deserves to shine.
The screening will take place during the Games Night: Big Screen Edition, a night that promises not only fun and connection but also art that inspires and uplifts.
Date: Friday, December 12, 2025
Event: Games Night with Prosper Light – Big Screen Edition
Feature: The Sun’s Glory (Directed by Prosper Light)
Cast: Prosper Light, Damilola Ogunsi, EyiyemiOlivia Rogbinyin, Wonuola Akinremi, Adelowo Richard
Prepare for an evening where laughter, light, and storytelling collide — because when The Sun’s Glory rises, it never fades.
