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Cast
Evelyne Ily Juhen as Prisca Uzoamaka Aniunoh as Zinwe Kelechi Udegbe as Jabi Emeka Amakeze as Jasper Rita Edochie as Mama Efe Tough Bone as Ero Jakob Kerstan as Johnny C.J. Obasi as Doctor Kelechi Udegbe as Jabi Tim Ebuka as Moussa Sofiath Sanni as Alima David Avincin Oparaeke as Ajah Hadiya Ibrahim as Oli Joyce Tobi Lileru as Nurse Monalisa Stephen as BintiProduction
Obasi first came up with and began developing Mami Wata in 2016. After writing a few drafts, he took part in a number of labs to help refine the script. In an interview with CNN, Obasi stated he "wanted to make a hyper-stylised film" with its style rooted in substance, taking inspiration from his favourite filmmakers such as Akira Kurosawa and David Lynch. The characters Prisca and Zinwe were inspired by Obasi's late sisters. Production companies attached to Mami Wata include Obasi's Fiery Film Company, Guguru Studios, Palmwine Media, Swiss Fund Visions Sud Est and Ifind Pictures of France. Principal photography took place on location in the rural villages of Benin and wrapped in January 2021.Reception
At the Sundance Film Festival, cinematographer Lílis Soares won the Special Jury Prize in the World Dramatic Competition for the film's cinematography. It also picked up three awards at FESPACO - Prix de la Critique Paulin S. Vieyra (African Critics Award), Meilleure Image (Cinematography Award) and Meilleur Décor (Set Design Award). It was acquired by Dekanalog for North American distribution.= Critical response
= On the review aggregator Rotten Tomatoes, the film holds a 97% approval rating based on 37 reviews, with a critics consensus that "Visually stunning and narratively stirring, Mami Wata uses its monochromatic palette to reveal a captivating, dreamlike world.". The Hollywood Reporter describes it as, "A vivid narrative and a dynamic study in color."IndieWire said: "The extra time spent developing the film pays off on screen: From its opening title design to the last notes of Tunde Jegede’s score, Mami Wata is a work of art." The Los Angeles Times said: "That balance between light and dark is how Obasi most potently underscores all his themes: faith and proof, tradition versus modernity, the otherworldly alongside the human, and of course, Mami Wata's power to give and take."The Wall Street Journal said: "Mr. Obasi's script elevates folklore by subtly infusing it with political implications and a sardonic outlook on feminine vs. masculine power." The New York Times Critic's Pick review said: "In Mami Wata, the archetypes are familiar, but they work to make this Nigerian film a distinctly economical masterpiece." Matt Zoller Seitz of RogerEbert.com in his review, gave it a four-star rating (the highest) saying: "The film casts a spell, and the spell persists to the end."See also
List of submissions to the 96th Academy Awards for Best International Feature Film List of Nigerian submissions for the Academy Award for Best International Feature FilmReferences
External links
Mami Wata at IMDbMami Wata (2023) – In the oceanside village of Iyi, the revered Mama Efe acts as an intermediary between the people and the all-powerful water deity Mami Wata. But when a young boy is lost to a virus, Efe’s devoted but rebellious daughter Zinwe and skeptical protégé Prisca warn Efe about unrest among the villagers. With the sudden arrival of a mysterious rebel deserter named Jasper, a conflict erupts, leading to a violent clash of ideologies and a crisis of faith for the people of Iyi. Mami Wata (2023)
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Mami Wata - Wikipedia
Mami Wata, Mammy Water, or similar is a mermaid, water spirit, and/or goddess in the folklore of parts of Western Africa, Eastern Africa, and Southern Africa. Historically, scholars trace her origins to early encounters between Europeans and West Africans in the 15th century, where Mami Wata developed from depictions of European mermaids.
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This exhibition explores the visual cultures and histories of Mami Wata, examining the world of water deities and their seductive powers. It demonstrates how art both reflects and actively contributes to beliefs and religious practices, globalization, and capitalism.
The Many Faces of Mami Wata | Smithsonian
Apr 1, 2009 · Starting today, visitors to the Smithsonian's National Museum of African Art can pay their respects to the water spirit Mami Wata (pidgin English for "Mother Water").
Mami Wata: The Divine Feminine Water Spirit - Original Botanica
Feb 5, 2024 · Mami Wata, also known as Mamba Muntu, Water Mother, and La Sirene, is a revered water spirit celebrated in West, Central, and Southern Africa, as well as Santeria and other Afro-American religions.
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Often appearing with the head and torso of a woman and the tail of a fish, Mami Wata straddles earth and water, culture and nature. She may also take the form of a snake charmer, sometimes in combination with her mermaid attributes and sometimes separate from them.
Mami Wata: Goddess Mermaid of Fertility, Wealth ... - Culture Bay
Mar 5, 2024 · Discover Mami Wata: the African mermaid goddess of fertility, wealth, and sexuality. Explore her mythology, significance, and cultural impact in a concise overview ideal for mythology enthusiasts and cultural explorers.
The Legend of Mami Wata - History of Mermaids
June 25th is the feast day of a powerful water goddess in African mythology. Her name is Mami Wata or Mamba Muntu in Swahili. Mami Wata means Mother Water. She is a water deity or mermaid. She is deeply rooted in the ancient traditions …
The Magic of Mami Wata: Water Spirits in African Folklore
Feb 5, 2025 · Mami Wata, a revered figure in African mythology, embodies the spirit of water and is often depicted as a beautiful mermaid. Her significance transcends individual cultures, representing a complex intertwining of spirituality, femininity, and the mysteries of aquatic realms.
Truth Behind Legend of Mami Wata: African Water Spirit
Aug 28, 2023 · Mami Wata, the admired African water spirit, has a captivating legend that enthralls believers and scholars. This potent deity’s beginnings are in African spiritual practices and folklore from West and Central Africa. Mami Wata is usually portrayed as an exquisite mermaid-like figure wearing jewelry, tempting all with wealth, fertility, and ...
Mami Watta - Wikipedia
Mami Watta is the stage name of William Pedia, [1] [2] an Ivorian-born French drag performer who competed on the second season of Drag Race France. [3] [4] Personal life. As of 2023 she was based in Saint-Denis, Seine-Saint-Denis, a commune in northern Paris. [5] References