“Wow wow wow wow, utterly speechless. This movie showed what a powerful and impactful woman she was, and it showed the reason why her legacy continues to live on, inspiring the girls of younger generations,”. Chloe Said
Chloe is one of the many people sharing their thoughts about Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti.
From Lagos to Harvard, London to Johannesburg, global reactions to Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti has sparked conversations and captured the hearts of many across the globe. Directed by Bolanle Austen-Peters, the powerful biopic tells the story of Nigeria’s first female political activist, a woman whose name still echoes in the fight for social justice and women’s rights.
Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti is more than a movie; it is a force. An instrument for changing the perspective of how Africa is seen and discussed globally. It showcases the power women wield, their resilience, and their ability to come together and fight for the social good.
Women from different states in adire outfits holding placards and Kehinde Bankole addressing them during the Funmilayo Ransome‑Kuti protest scene.
This biopic has gained international recognition and received applause from different angles. As the highest-grossing movie in West Africa, a lot has been said about it. All Different people. Different opinion. Different perspectives.
At Harvard, FRK brought together the crème de la crème of society, students, and other dignitaries, stirring deep conversations about challenges in Africa and the continent’s future.
Also in King’s College London, the global reactions to Funmilayo Ransome‑Kuti screening were electric—students and critics alike took to social media to share their takes. All eyes stayed glued to the screen, portraying different reactions: awe, inspiration, connection, etc.
FRK has got people from different places around the globe talking. Fans and movie critics have taken to various platforms to share their thoughts on this groundbreaking biopic.
One Praise Fowowe on Facebook said,
“I watched Olufunmilayo with tears in my eyes. It confirmed everything I have shared on Honest Bunch. If we don’t tell our stories ourselves, we will lose our entire essence.”
Another fan said,
“One of the best Nigerian movies I have watched so far.”
With all these amazing reviews, it shows that people recognize authenticity and hard work when they see it. The Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti movie embodied authenticity, good storytelling, and a well-done production well done. It deserves all the applause and accolades it is getting.
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