Tatu

Name: Tatu
Genre: Adventure
Released: 2017-07-22
Duration: 1 h 41 min
Cast: Segun Arinze, Desmond Elliot, Sambasa Nzeribe, Rahama Sadau, Desmond Elliot

2017·Movie

·1h 41min·

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High energy, light on feelings.

Energy

Thrilling and tense

Fast from start to finish.

Adrenaline8
Tension7
Fast Pace7

Heart

Emotionally reserved

Pathos5
Catharsis5
Family Dynamics5

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

Dark Humor4
Wit & Wordplay3
Physical Comedy3

World

Everyday modern life

World Immersion6
Dialogue Centrality6
Rewatchability5

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

Acting7
Intrigue7
Direction6

Style

Functional look and sound

Editing7
Cinematography6
Sound Centrality6

Energy

High

Thrilling and tense

Fast from start to finish.

Tatu is thrilling, tense, and fast-paced.

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All energy traits

Adrenaline8High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.

Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Violence6Physical conflict and intensity.
Scare3Frightening moments and scares.

Related traits

Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.

Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.

Heart

Low

Emotionally reserved

It keeps its emotions at a distance.

All heart traits

Pathos5Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
Family Dynamics5Relationships and generational ties.
Romance4Love stories and emotional connections.
Melancholy4Bittersweet, reflective sadness.

Hopefulness4Optimism and uplifting resolve.
Coming of Age4Personal growth and self-discovery.
Wholesome3Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Nostalgia3Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.

Related traits

Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.

Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.

Humor

Low

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

Expect a little humor.

All humor traits

Dark Humor4Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
Physical Comedy3Slapstick and visual gags.
Satire & Parody3Sharp critique and playful imitation.

Situational Comedy2Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.

World

Medium

Everyday modern life

Its world is built around everyday modern life.

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All world traits

World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.

Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.

Related traits

Contemporary Realism7Modern, grounded storytelling.
Fantasy6Mythic worlds and magical systems.
Mystery6Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.

Crime5Heists, investigation, and underworld.
Psychological5Inner worlds and mind games.
Social Commentary5Perspectives on society and norms.

Craft

Medium

Solid, not remarkable

The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.

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All craft traits

Acting7Performance craft and presence.
Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.

Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.

Related traits

Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.

Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.

Style

Medium

Functional look and sound

The look and sound stay functional.

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All style traits

Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.

Music Composition5Score and musical identity.
Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Music Centrality4Songs central to storytelling.

Related traits

Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.

Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.

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About

Shot in scenic locations across Lagos and Ibadan, the movie “Tatu” is a contemporary take on the classic African epic adventure story, a fast-paced action drama centered around the conflict arising from a mother’s quest to have a child and all the complications that followed.

African EpicAction DramaMother's QuestConflictScenic LocationsFast-PacedContemporaryIntrigue

Actors

Segun Arinze

Narimana

Rahama Sadau

Tatuma

Crew

Directed by:

Don Omope

Written by:

Jude Idada, Don Omope

Produced by:

Don Omope

Sequels and Prequels

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