Draft:30 Pieces: Movie

 30 Pieces  is a captivating gospel movie that offers a beautiful and exemplary viewing experience. It weaves together compelling storytelling, impressive acting, and thoughtful cinematography to explore themes of purpose and righteousness within the Nigerian Police Force.

The film's characters, led by Damilola Mike-Bamiloye as Officer Emma, bring to life a narrative that touches the heart and leaves a lasting impression. It was created and produced by the Mount Zion Film Studio of the Mount Zion Faith Ministries. And Executively produced by Mike Bamiloye.

The writer and director of the movie Damilola Mike-Bamiloye stated that the movie was inspired by a police man he observed at a toll who would preach Christ while carrying out his duties judiciously.

Plot
"30 Pieces" follows Officer Emma, a young police officer who strives to win back his superior, Officer Collins, to Christianity. However, Officer Collins has backslidden and is engaged in a extra-marital affair. His actions lead to his wife discovering the affair, and he's kicked out of his house. As Officer Collins becomes involved in corrupt activities, including making deals with criminals for money, Officer Emma attempts to guide him back to his faith.

Despite Officer Emma's efforts, Collins frames him, leading to Emma's arrest. The group of people Officer Emma had previously preached to rallies to demand his release. After his release, Officer Emma finds support from the same group, who offer him and his family a place to stay. As tensions rise, Officer Collins' son is drawn into criminal activities on the day of a police raid. A shootout ensues during the raid, resulting in tragic consequences.

Officer Collins, deeply affected by the events, is eventually arrested after his wife calls the police on him. Officer Emma extends forgiveness and hope to Collins, helping him find redemption. In the end, Officer Emma is invited to join a special police department under the state governor's control."

Cast
Damilola Mike-Bamiloye as Officer Emma: He is the young police officer who is dedicated to his faith and strives to guide his backslidden superior, Officer Collins, back to Christianity. He represents the theme of righteousness and redemption in the movie.

Obi Pius Chioma as Officer Collins: Officer Collins is a superior officer who has strayed from his faith and is engaged in corrupt activities, including a extra-marital affair. His character undergoes a journey of moral struggle and redemption.

MoromOluwatiketike Abolaji as Sharon: Sharon is the wife of Officer Emma and acts as an emotional pillar during his low time. She is depicted as a virtuous woman who loves her husband and is ready to go the extra mile for him.

Omolara Ayoola as Meg: Meg is Officer Collins' wife who discovers his affair and confronts him about it. Her actions contribute to the unfolding events of the story.

Olajide Ademola Ogunmilade as DPO (Divisional Police Officer): The DPO is a higher-ranking officer who plays a significant role in the movie. He was the one who ordered Emma be put in a cell and later released him to quell the uprise of Shaka and his boys and to placate the pained wife of the young officer. He also delivers the News of Officer Emma's appointment to him.

John Oguntuase as Officer Babatope: Officer Babatope is another colleague of Officer Emma and Officer Collins and is one of the two who work with Collins to frame Emma.

Adeola Jerry-Oluwagbemi as Officer Nwabueze: Officer Nwabueze is the third of the wicked trio who frame Officer Emma.

Joseph Opadele as Alade: Alade is the head of the local Gang that engages in many criminal activities. He is first arrested by Collins and Emma and then set free by collins and co. He is finally killed in the shootout.

Samuel Obikoya as Tega: Tega is Officer Collins' son who becomes involved in criminal activities. His actions lead to a dramatic climax in the story.