The Entertainment Network, producers of the feature film, Road to Yesterday, are pleased to release the official movie trailer for the highly-anticipated film, scheduled for nationwide release on Friday, November 27, 2015.
Directed by Ishaya Bako and featuring award-winning actress, Genevieve Nnaji, Road to Yesterday introduces Nigerian-British actor, Oris Erhuero, and has a strong supporting leads in Majid Michel, Chioma ‘Chigul’ Omeruah and veteran Ebele Okaro.
Set in Lagos Nigeria, this epic love story trails a couple desperate to mend a broken marriage on a road trip to a relation’s funeral. However, the journey itself throws up secrets from a distant past, imperilling a lot more than just the marriage.
Genevieve Nnaji, who plays Victoria Udoka the conflicted wife and mother, is Quintessential Nollywood. Possessing a stellar resume that showcases national and global accolades, as well as past credits that include the highly celebrated Half of A Yellow Sun, Tango With Me and Ije. She returns to the screen with her first feature film in over two years.
The original screenplay was written and directed by Ishaya Bako, a London Film School Alumni, and creator of a series of highly acclaimed festival favourites, including the award winning Braids on a Bald Head (Best Short Film at the 2012 AMAA Awards). Road to Yesterday is his feature directorial debut.
Road to Yesterday was shot at locations across Lagos, with a proudly Nigerian cast and crew that celebrate the depth of local talent. It is Genevieve’s first shot as a movie producer.
The Nigerian Premiere is set for Wednesday November 13, 2015 in Lagos.
Watch the trailer below:
