A Father, Two Sons & A Journey Through Family Secrets 🎬🌍 Experience My Father’s Shadow at the Amman International Film Festival
Making its Jordanian Premiere, My Father’s Shadow is a powerful Nigerian-British drama that follows two brothers as they spend a day exploring Lagos with their estranged father, uncovering difficult truths about family, sacrifice, and belonging.
Set on the eve of Nigeria’s historic 1993 national crisis, the film captures a deeply personal family story against the backdrop of a country facing uncertainty and change. Through the eyes of two children, the journey becomes a reflection on childhood, memory, and the complicated bond between fathers and sons.
Directed by Akinola Davies Jr., this emotional drama blends personal storytelling with a vivid portrait of Lagos, exploring how family experiences are shaped by the world around us.
Event Details
📅 Screening Date: August 3, 2026
🕓 Time: 6:00 PM
📍 Where: Taj Cinemas, Hall 3
🎬 Duration: 94 minutes
👨👩👧 Age Rating: 13+
🗣️ Language: English
🔤 Subtitles: English
💬 Q&A: Not available
What to Expect
👨👦 A Story About Family & Forgiveness
Follow two brothers as they navigate a complicated relationship with their father and discover the truths hidden behind years of distance.
🌆 A Childhood Journey Through Lagos
Experience Lagos through the eyes of children as they witness a city full of energy, uncertainty, and change during a defining moment in Nigeria’s history.
🌍 Jordanian Premiere
Discover this acclaimed Nigerian-British feature for the first time in Jordan as part of the Non-Arab Competition at the Amman International Film Festival.
🏆 International Recognition
The film received the Camera d’Or Special Mention at the Cannes Film Festival, Best Director at the British Independent Film Awards, and the BAFTA Award for Outstanding Debut by a British Writer, Director, or Producer.
🎥 A Visually Powerful Debut
Experience Akinola Davies Jr.’s acclaimed first feature, blending personal memories, political history, and emotional storytelling through the perspective of childhood.
🎟️ Booking Information
Seats are limited for both screenings. If a screening reaches full capacity, standby waiting lines will be available for any last-minute seats. Early booking is recommended.