The streaming platform, home to films such as 'Breath of Life', 'Gangs of Lagos', and 'King of Thieves', has included this project in its expanding collection of Nollywood titles.
Global streaming platform Prime Video has announced the upcoming worldwide launch of the Nigerian movie Water and Garri, featuring international singing sensation Tiwa Savage, exclusively in more than 240 countries and territories later this year.
The drama revolves around Aisha, an ambitious fashion designer who returns to her native home after a decade in the US, prompted by a family tragedy. Upon her return, she confronts a changed environment marked by heightened violence and tension. As she grapples with her scars and faces the guilt she left behind, Aisha must navigate the complexities of her newfound reality.
Filmed in Cape Coast, Ghana, Water and Garri stars Mike Afolarin, Andrew Bunting, Jemima Osunde, and the international music sensation Tiwa Savage.
Co-produced by Everything Savage, Unbound Studios, and JM Films, the movie is directed and edited by Meji Alabi, produced by Jimi Adesanya, and written by Comfort Emmanuel. Tiwa Savage contributes to the film’s music.
Ayanna Lonian, Director of Content Acquisition at Prime Video, said: “Audiences around the world are looking for well-made, contemporary African stories, and Water and Garri deliver that with a fresh perspective. Both Meji Alabi as a film director and Tiwa Savage as the lead have truly delivered a stellar debut alongside the rest of the incredibly talented cast and crew.”
Savage added: “Developing and shooting my film from an idea to launching globally on Prime Video is a dream fulfilled. I am excited for my fans and newer audiences to experience this vulnerable side of me that I have never shown. Meji Alabi brought the story to life in such a beautiful way, and I cannot wait to share it with the world.”
Jimi Adesanya, Producer and Unbound Studios Executive, stated: “We are thrilled to collaborate with Prime Video, who understand this cultural milestone celebrating the cross-power of film and music, especially out of Africa at this exciting time.”
