As anticipation builds towards the April 15 cinematic release of Inkblot Production’s hugely anticipated film “The Blood Covenant”; social media has gone agog with the release of a captivating new trailer of what many have described as Inkblot’s hardest-hitting film yet.
The electrifying new trailer unveils breathtaking snippets from the soon-to-be-released movie ahead of its much-awaited cinematic release.
The Blood Covenant – Official movie trailer.
“The Blood Covenant”, a gripping tale of the evils of money rituals, which also tackles societal tropes such as; greed, peer pressure, and corruption, was directed by Fiyin Gambo. From a script written by Chiemaka Osagwu working with Inkblot co-Founder Chinaza Onuzo.
Produced by award-winning producer, Onuzo in collaboration with Zulumoke Oyibo and Maryann Eziekwe, The Blood Covenant tells the story of Eddy, Jite, and Osiano – three ambitious young men in their late twenties struggling to make it in life – played by Tobi Bakre, Shawn Faqua, and Uzor Arukwe. Tired of being looked down upon, they embark on a relentless quest for the high life, chasing easy money, fast cars, and fame; willing to do whatever it takes no matter what it costs them.
Star cast
The film also features stand-out performances from a powerful ensemble cast including; Ufuoma McDermott, Erica Nlewedim, Alexx Ekubo, Omowunmi Dada, Shalewa Ashafa, Chimezie Imo, and others.
The director, Fiyin Gambo has hinted that people should prepare for an unforgettable experience across the theaters when it debuts on April 15. “From the message it is trying to pass across, through the intensity of the script and working with the amazing cast; this is truly a dream project for me,“ he enthused. “I cannot wait for all Nigerians to see this important and timely story.”
“In a time where there has been a rise in cases of money rituals, we wanted to leverage the power of storytelling to; demonstrate to young Nigerians and the society at large, how damaging this despicable trend can be,” said Chinaza Onuzo, co-founder of Inkblot Productions. “That’s why we tasked the writer Chiemaka Osagwu and director Fiyin Gambo to bring the tale of The Blood Covenant to life.”
Watch the enthralling The Blood Covenant trailer here.