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Directed by Ladi Johnson Produced by Emem Ema Story by Emem Ema

Starring Ini Dima-Okojie Cinematography Emem Ema
 * Nkem Owoh
 * Linda Ejiofor
 * Gloria Anozie-Young

Distributed by Genesis Deluxe Distribution Release date  December 20th 2019 Running time 93 minutes Country Nigeria

Language English [K]pali is a 2019 film and the story is about Amaka a Nigerian professional working in an investment bank in London; her company is trimming down its workforce and with her work permit due for renewal she may be caught in the line of fire.

She has to decide what to do if she gets the boot; whether to do all she can to stay in the UK or face heading back to Nigeria, despite all the horror stories she has heard from family and friends back home.

She is however given a life line or condition by her boss to bring in an account with a Nigerian company, which they had been eyeing for years and being Nigerian, they believe she is the perfect person with the right experience to handle the transaction, she gets to go back to Nigeria for this quest with a colleague of hers but there is a caveat, she must do this within 30 Days.

The film features appearances from Seyi Law, IK Osakioduwa, and Victoria Iyama.

Plot ‘Kpali’ tells the story of Amaka Kalayor - played by Ini Dima-Okojie - a single investment banker who has 30 days to renew her working contract and visa in the UK or lose her job and her continued stay in London.

Amaka gets the opportunity to renew her job contract and a visa when the company sends her to Nigeria alongside Jack Hunter - played by Torin Pocock - to seal a multi-billion Naira deal. Back home in Nigeria, Amaka has her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Kalayor - played by Nkem Owoh and Gloria Anozie-Young - on her trail constantly nagging her to get married.

Amaka was informed of the plans for her sister’s - played by Linda Ejiofor-Sulaiman - wedding by her parents. Amaka returns to Nigeria with Jack to the loving arms of her parents, who mistake Jack for her fiance even after she tried explaining that they were just colleagues ‘Kpali’ balances humor and poignancy, while successfully avoiding clichés. The actors especially first-time lead actor Torin Pocock did well to deliver an impressive performance. As Mr. and Mrs. Kalayor, Nkem Owoh and Gloria Anozie-Young showcased their talent as naturals. The other cast members also deliver, eliciting laughter when necessary.

The cast also handled their hilarious roles with an efficiency that distinguishes the movie from other comedy movies. Amaka is torn between two men when she becomes closer to her colleague, Jack and her brother-in-law's cousin, Jidenna - played by Kunle Remi.

‘Kpali’ is not totally predictable, nevertheless, it's funny, relatable and it’s just the kind of comedy movie most Nigerians love.

The movie opened in cinemas on December 20, 2019.

Filming Locations The film was produced in London and Lagos

Reception Kpali came 7th on its opening weekend in Nigerian Cinemas.