Leading Nigerian gospel musicians Onos Ariyo, Solomon Lange, Naomi Mac and Tayo Christian made their acting debut in a Nollywood religious movie, ‘CHAINS- No Longer A Slave’.
The film also stars various apostles Anselm Mabubuko, Chioma Odimba (Ccioma), Flora Solomon Lange, Anne Ekueme, Jayclef Adewale, Henry Ned, Gideon Ibeabuchi and many more.
Bright Wonder Obasi wrote, produced and directed the film.
Obasi says the movie ‘CHAINS’ is more than just another faith-based movie. He describes it as an inspiring and emotional drama/thriller that delves into 21st century gospel music ministry and the world of the music industry.
He said: ”With a captivating story, it explores the theme of God’s overwhelming love that will leave the 99 and go in search of a lost soul. The film also looks at the internal struggles of pursuing one’s dream in a world that often challenges one’s beliefs and faith, making it a must-see film for everyone.
”It tells the story of a gospel artist on a journey to balance his music ministry and the realities of the music industry, putting at risk everything he has built over the years while battling a moral illness common to the entire community. humanity but determined not to live anymore. a slave.”
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Additionally, the filmmaker said that movies have become more influential on social norms and values ​​than the Sunday school classroom.
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According to him, each content drives an agenda; therefore, it must be intentional.
He said: ”CHAINS is a highly spiritual film that has come like a ray of light at a time like this to bring about a revolution in the film industry, bring the love of God to cinemas and sow the emergence of more Christ-centered films. in general distribution; both in theaters and on streaming platforms.
The movie ‘CHAINS’, distributed by Silverbird Distribution, will premiere in Nigeria in Abuja and Lagos. It will begin its theatrical run in Nigeria on August 16]. The film will then tour Africa, the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada and more, allowing viewers around the world to experience this unique faith-based film.
The film Chains is a production of Gospel Cinema International, a Christian Film Ministry focused on film evangelism through the production and distribution of films, television series, documentaries and multimedia content.
Their partner on the project, High Definition Film Studio, has over 12 years of experience and is renowned for consistently delivering visually stunning, emotionally captivating and socially transformative films, including ‘If I Am President’ and ‘Broken’.