Movie Title: Unplanned Love
Running time: 88 minutes
Director: Biodun Stephen
Cast: Bimbo Ademoye, Kiekie and Bobby Ekpe
If we had to choose just one word to describe this movie, it would be “intriguing.” A classic example of “another man's poison is another man's food,” this 88-minute film tells how beautiful and bitter love can be when you are malnourished or starving.
Director Biodun Stephens makes bold decisions, whether through the film's story, casting, or cinematography, that bring this familiar and relatable story to life. The choice of the cast, who gave their best game, elevates the plot.
This captivating film explores the complexities of love and relationships, featuring stellar performances and a relatable story. Although not entirely original, 'Love Unplanned' offers a heartfelt and entertaining experience for romantic comedy enthusiasts. Let's dive in, shall we?
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Bimbo Ademoye plays Adetola, a woman in a relationship with a callous and indifferent man who wants nothing more than her stagnation. At the same time, he openly calls for women to be brought to the house they both rent. His self-centeredness and carelessness almost cost him the opportunity to get a new job. Into the chaos arrives Bianca (Kie Kie), a character whose journey many can relate to.
Bianca suddenly likes Adetola, who had been asked to leave the interview room earlier because she was late. This prompts Bianca to get Adetola's CV, which is discreetly included among the pile of other CVs.
Their mutual resemblance turns into a beautiful friendship. Bianca puts Adetola up in her apartment.
Then comes Amir (Bobby Ekpe) with love, something beautiful and unconventional compared to what he had experienced before. Although she found it difficult to accept his love, with Bianca's help and Amir's intentionality, Adetola's love for Amir grew and they soon became engaged and married. His emotional journey will resonate with many.
Blessed with a beautiful daughter and thriving careers, Amir and Adetola lived their dreams. Amir was working his dream job at Africa's largest real estate company, but this satisfaction soon broke up his marriage. Amir was always traveling, which differed from the life Adeola imagined. Soon, this emptiness turned into shock and grew into resentment when Adeola began badmouthing her husband's boss and accused her of persecuting her husband, thus accusing him of infidelity.
Amir tried to make her understand that he had never cheated on her and that he did not have that relationship with his boss, but she had decided to leave, burdened with the premise of taking a break. She traveled for the break and cut off communication with him. Bianca tried her best to discuss things with her, but that only crushed their friendship.
All efforts to monitor her were unsuccessful. A few years later, she had completely moved on and was marrying another man.
This depressed Amir, and he only found solace and a rekindled friendship with Bianca.
This constant friendship turned into intimacy and soon Amir asked Bianca to marry him.
Married and happy, Adeola shows up at her ex-husband's house uninvited. He accuses her of taking his wife away from him and of always being interested in him.
Review
This movie found a way to create Nollywood's new best friends, Adetola (Bimbo and KieKie), and a new love character for Bimbo. Time and time again, we have seen the love duo Bimbo and Timini, and this has sparked conversations about whether they (Timini and Bimbo) are actually an item; However, 'Love Unplanned' makes you admire Bimbo's acting, especially her role playing and the performance of her love interest Bobby.
At 88 minutes, Love Unplanned will make you fall in love and teach you the beauty of contentment as it emphasizes the power of fixing things.
It also addresses the long-term repercussions of making decisions based on emotions, while highlighting that love should not be taken for granted; No matter how strong and genuine you are, love will not always wait.
While the film is very entertaining, it is not without its flaws.
In the scene, Amir enters Bianca's room to tell her of his plans to get engaged to her. Bianca had a man in bed with her while they did adult things. He had his wig on. No one wears that wig during sex at home, an oversight by the Director of Continuity.
The lessons learned from the characters' experiences will leave you feeling enlightened.
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Although the plot is overly familiar, the script is very engaging; The climax could be a significant asset to the film as long as the script is at its best.
Love Unplanned is shown on YouTube
Verdict: 7/10