To kill a monkey: movie review.
Synopsis of the movie:To kill a monkey.
The movie “To Kill a Monkey” Is a gripping nollywood thriller by kemi Adetiba.
It is a blockbuster that delves into the deep realities of cyber crime ,desperation and moral compromise. The movie paints a picture of how everyday people can be pulled into crime not out of wickedness but as a result of pressure,survival and temptation.
The story about struggling young man{Efe} trying to survive financial hardship and provide for his family. When an old friend, Oboz, re-enters his life with promises of quick wealth, Efe is gradually drawn into the dark world of cybercrime.
My view about the movie:To kill a monkey.
kudos!👏 to Kemi Adetiba the producer for this masterpiece. Every character in this movie gave their best they all embodied their role. From oboz to efe, Nosa ,idia, teacher and others. Oboz had his flaws. But he was a friend indeed.
That scene where efe handed him out to be killed spoke thousand words
He still wanted to protect efe, not knowing it was a plot to bring him down.
the character that got me pissed throughout the movie was Nosa(efe’s Wife)she was confused and reckless ,She goes from wanting stability to spitting the source.
In the storm, the least she would have done was confront her fears and ask questions, but no, she didn’t.
She made storm even more unbearding for efe .
Nosa caught up in love with a doctor, not minding the rage going on her family.After Efe’s fall, Nosa’s first visit to the prison was to ask for the offshore assets and divorce The real Queen is Idia Oboz’s wife She stood by her husband both in crime and enjoyment. As for ivie, let’s blame her betrayal on traumatic childhood experience,
Efe must have betrayed Oboz, but all he wanted was to keep his family away from harm in all honesty he betrayed oboz but it was for the safety of his family, same people who did not let a chance of discrediting him .
the movie is a a bold socially relevant film that is engaging, emotional and thought provoking.
Main Characters and Descriptions the movie.
• Efemini “Efe” Edewor (William Benson)
A desperate man originally a struggling programmer trying to support his family who gets pulled into cybercrime by an old friend. His journey is a moral descent from reluctant participant to morally compromised player in the “Monkey” fraud network.
• Oboz / Obozhuiomwen Ogbemudia (Bucci Franklin)
The charismatic, swaggering cybercrime kingpin and Efemini’s old friend. Oboz tempts Efe with wealth and status, functioning as both mentor and manipulator within the criminal world.
• Nosa (Stella Damasus)
Efe’s long-suffering wife who stands by him despite hardship and betrayal. Her loyalty and emotional weight bring grounding to Efe’s chaotic choices.
• Inspector Mo Ogunlesi (Bimbo Akintola)
A determined investigator on the cybercrime case. Her pursuit of justice is driven by personal tragedy and professional intensity, giving the law-enforcement side emotional depth.
• Inspector Onome (Michael O. Ejoor)
A member of the investigative team. While his role is more supporting, he contributes to the law-and-order perspective as the case unfolds.
• Teacher (Chidi Mokeme)
A ruthless crime lord whose presence and actions add heat and danger to the world Efe and Oboz navigate a powerful antagonist force in the criminal underworld.
• Idia (Lilian Afegbai)
A dynamic supporting character (often described with flair and energy) who adds personality and tension to the story.
• Amanda “Sparkles” (Sunshine Rosman)
A seductive informant and lover figure whose role blurs lines between ally and threat in Efe’s life. She brings both glamour and danger to the narrative.
• Ivie (Teniola Aladese)
Another member of the ensemble who enriches the character landscape and interactions, especially in the criminal world’s web.
• Madam Adunni (Constance Owoyomi)
A restaurant owner whose dealings with Efe early in the story help spark his descent into compromise and crime; she uses her influence to exploit his desperation.
 In conclusion.
To Kill a Monkey goes beyond entertainment; it holds up a mirror to society. The film doesn’t glamorize crime instead, it carefully shows how desperation, poor choices, peer influence, and the pressure to “make it” can slowly destroy a person’s life.
Efe’s journey is a painful reminder that many people don’t wake up planning to become criminals. They are pushed by circumstances, tempted by quick success, and trapped by the fear of starting over. His character represents countless young people battling survival in harsh economic realities.
