Three Thieves
Directed byUdoka Oyeka
Written byEgbemawei Sammy
Abba Makama
Africa Ukoh
Produced byUche Okocha
StarringShawn Faqua
Koye Kekere-Ekun
Frank Donga
CinematographyKaghor Crowther Idhebor
Edited byIseoluwadoyin Emmanuel
Music byMichael ‘Truth” Ogunlade
Production
company
Trino Motion Pictures
Distributed byGenesis Distribution
Release date
  • 4 October 2019 (2019-10-04)
Running time
108 minutes
CountryNigeria
LanguageEnglish
Box office₦7,632,369[1]

Three Thieves is a 2019 Nigerian comedy thriller film directed by Udoka Oyeka, written by Egbemawei Sammy, Abba Makama and Africa Ukoh[2][3] produced by Trino Motion Pictures. It was released across Cinemas on October 4.

Plot

Due to a case of mistaken identity, three dissatisfied friends are contracted to commit a seemingly simple theft. Even worse, the man originally contracted for the job is on the hunt for them. Things unfold and they just might be adding kidnapping to the list of crimes they are committing. With a comedic twist to it all, it’s a wonder how they end up as heroes of the day.[4]

Cast

  • Koye Kekere-Ekun as Tega[5][6]
  • Shawn Faqua as Oreva
  • Frank Donga as Rukevwe[7]
  • Angel Unigwe as Fuwe
  • Lucianne Ukpabi as Adella[8]
  • Eric Obinna as Pirate
  • Kalu Ikeagwu as Mr Avworo
  • Enado Odigie as Mrs Avworo
  • Wofai Fada as Aunty Rosanna
  • Shaffy Bello as Mrs Gbinije
  • Nonso Ngene as Charger
  • Micheal Allen as Battery
  • David Abalaka as Pinmouth
  • Bucci Franklin as Alhaji Change
  • Funny bone as Nna Bros
  • Omotunde Adebowale David (LOLO) as Tega’s Boss
  • Imoh Eboh as Secretary
  • Lolu Agoro as a Disgruntled Customer
  • Charles Okocha as a Customer
  • Tunji Onochie as the Inspector
  • Odunlade Adekola as the Policeman
  • Gregory Ojefua as the Station Manager
  • Emperor Kagho as the New Born Baby

Release

The official trailer for the film was released on 10 September 2019 and the press screening in Lagos which held on the 12th September, 2019. Three Thieves premiered at the Genesis Cinemas Oniru on 27 September 2019 with guests like Frank Donga and Lasisi Elenu and was released across cinemas on October 4, 2019.[9][10]

Critical reception

Three Thieves received reviews from critics. According to Precious of MamaZeus “If you are ever going to judge anything by its cover or in this case, trailer…. Stop! Retrace those steps as Three Thieves is a Nollywood rarity.”[11]
Tha Revue praised the movie production and cinematography which gave the audience pleasant viewing experience. He also highlighted the chemistry and comedy between the three lead characters Koye, Shawn and Frank.[12]
Ifeoma Okeke of Business Day Nigeria had this to say as the movie release was approaching. “As Nigerian movies make international recognition, only very few movies have a mix of humor, capture every day to day activity and yet do not losing grip on moral lessons. One such few films are the ‘Three Thieves, which will be out in cinemas on the 4th of October, 2019.”[13]
Osa Amadi from Vanguard “It is a creative work of comedy with the intent to keep the ribs of the audience cracking with laughter from beginning to end, and it succeeded in that objective and even more.[14]

Accolades

Film Festivals

Date Festival
September 18, 2020 Toronto International Nollywood Film Festival[15]
October 9, 2020 Silicon Valley African Film Festival[16]
December 6, 2020 New York African Film Festival[17]
List of Award Nominations
AwardCategoryRecipients and nomineesResult
Africa Magic Viewers' Choice Awards
(2020 Africa Magic Viewers' Choice Awards)[18][19]		 Best Sound Editor Michael “Truth” Ogunlade Nominated

See also

References

  1. ↑ "Top 20 Films Release 4th - 10th oct 2019". CEAN. Retrieved 2020-02-03.
  2. ↑ "In search of three thieves". Guardian. Retrieved 2020-01-13.
  3. ↑ "Three Thieves movie: Comedy on not how to be criminals". Vanguard. Retrieved 2020-01-13.
  4. ↑ Three Thieves (2019)
  5. ↑ "Watch The Hilarious Trailer & Teaser Clips For Upcoming Film, 'Three Thieves' - Konbini". Konbini. 2019-08-28. Retrieved 2020-01-10.
  6. ↑ "Koye K10, Lucianne speak on roles in a new film, 'Three Thieves'". Pulse. 2019-10-14. Retrieved 2020-01-09.
  7. ↑ "Kekere-Ekun, Frank Donga star in hilarious 'three thieves'". Daily Trust. 2019-10-14. Retrieved 2020-01-09.
  8. ↑ "Koye K10, Lucianne speak on roles in a new film, 'Three Thieves'". Pulse. 2019-10-14. Retrieved 2020-01-09.
  9. ↑ Three Thieves now in cinemas
  10. ↑ Ayoola Ayolola, Lasisi Elenu, Lolo 1, Frank Donga at the ‘Three Thieves’ Movie Premiere
  11. ↑ Film Review: Three Thieves – Mamazeus (No Spoilers)
  12. ↑ REVUE OF THREE THIEVES
  13. ↑ Three Thieves: Projecting Nigerian youths,comedy, and lifestyle
  14. ↑ "Three Thieves movie: Comedy on not how to be criminals". Vanguard. Retrieved 2020-01-13.
  15. ↑ "TINFF 2020 AWARDS NOMINEES / OFFICIAL SELECTION". TINFF. Retrieved 2021-01-26.
  16. ↑ "11th Annual Silicon Valley African Film Festival!". SVAFF. Retrieved 2021-01-26.
  17. ↑ "New York African Film Festival". AfricanFilmNY. Retrieved 2021-01-26.
  18. ↑ "AMVCA Nominees". Africa Magic. Retrieved 26 January 2021.
  19. ↑ "2020 AMVCA: Check out the full nominees' list". Pulse.ng. Retrieved 26 January 2021.
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