The Suleimans make their return to our screens in a new project titled To Love and Protect. Linda and Ibrahim portray a couple who are deeply affected by a tragic event and resort to extreme measures to navigate through the situation.
Penned by Chijioke Ononiwu, the story delves into the heart-wrenching experience of losing a child and the profound impact it has on the mother’s grieving process. This unfortunate incident influences her decision-making and significantly alters her relationships with those around her.
The development of this story spanned five years, and it is anticipated to captivate viewers in the upcoming days, as the creators have poured intentionality into its creation. Ononiwu expressed, “While adhering to the conventions of the genre, we have also incorporated unique and unexpected elements to ensure the story remains fresh… It is crucial to strike a balance between honoring genre traditions and delivering an innovative and compelling narrative.”
Under the direction of Muyiwa Aluko, this feature film boasts a concise cast list, including Tina Mba, Kelechi Udegbe, Bolaji Ogunmola, Greg Ojefua, Seun Ajayi, Wendy Lawal, Tunji Olanrewaju, Dipo “Dipsen” Olanrewaju, and Fadekemi Olumide-Aluko.
To Love and Protect is a production of Watts Camera Action and is set to premiere in cinemas nationwide in March 2024. As of now, a specific release date has not been announced.
