By Juliet Ebirim

Nollywood actress and movie producer, Jumoke Odetola recently premiered her blockbuster movie ‘My Mirror’ at the Radisson Blu Hotel, Ikeja.

The movie which also starred Seun Akindele, Odunlade Adekola, Afeez Owo Abiodun, Ayo Olaiya, Allwell Ademola and others is an insightful movie that projected the life of a young couple in their pursuit of career progression and socio-economic advancement as a mirror of what happens in many contemporary homes.

This led to feelings of emotional distress, exhaustion, disappointment, and abuse in the family.

‘My Mirror’ directed by Gboyega Ashowo is a suspense-filled movie aimed at entertaining and educating the public on the psychological and emotional effects of abuse on families. Laced with humor, it also emphasizes the importance of seeking professional counsel and therapy as a way out of abuse.

Speaking at the event, Jumoke Odetola stated that one of the abuse depicted in the film is the one inflicted on men. “The society makes men feel it’s wrong for them to express their feelings, so they tend to suppress their emotions. Phrases like ‘Man-up jare’, ‘Why man go dey cry?’ and so on are common in a society like ours.

These sometimes lead to depression, and at other times, the build-up of anger and emotions may also cause them to react inappropriately. These are some of the issues we addressed in this film, as well as the need for people to seek therapy.” She said.

The multiple award winner also expressed her gratitude to the cast, crew and everyone that was part of the movie making process, as well as all who came out to support her at the premiere.

The event which had the duo of Bash and Lepacious Bose as comperes and
Kayefi and her crew delivering rich African music also had many entertainers including Femi Adebayo, Afeez Owo, Mide Martins, Seun Akindele, Mr Macaroni, Owen Gee, Gt Da Guitarman, Korede Bello, Ayo Adesanya, Rotimi Salami and many others in attendance.