Viral Video Ignites Controversy Over Iyabo Ojo's Latest Film
A new viral video has taken the internet by storm, featuring a woman delivering a blunt and unexpected critique of actress Iyabo Ojo's cinema project, The Return of Arinzo. In the clip, the woman expresses deep disappointment, claiming the movie was not worth her time or money, and her harsh review has since sparked widespread debate among viewers and fans.
Woman's Scathing Assessment of The Return of Arinzo
In the video, the woman narrates how she and her sister prepared excitedly for a cinema outing, even doing her makeup with high expectations, only to leave the theater early. She rated the film a mere 2 out of 10, stating, "I feel like I wasted my time, my money, everything. I did not enjoy that movie." According to her account, the film began at 4 p.m., but by 5 p.m., she insisted on leaving because she found the storyline "rubbish" and the acting "trash." She emphasized that the movie was "not cinema worthy" and warned others to "watch at your own risk."
Her frustration was so intense that she admitted she couldn't sleep before recording the video, adding, "The anger in me could not even allow me to sleep." The woman further compared Iyabo Ojo's work to that of her colleagues, praising Funke Akindele and Toyin Abraham for consistently delivering quality films. "Let's give Funke Akindele and Toyin Abraham their flowers for always making good movies," she said. Despite giving the film a low rating, she acknowledged the effort put into producing it, awarding a mere "2 per cent" for the attempt.
Online Reactions and Fan Debates
The viral clip has ignited conversations across social media platforms, with many viewers debating the quality of The Return of Arinzo. Fans have shared mixed reactions, with some defending the film and others supporting the critic's opinion.
- temi441 commented: "This are Lizzy's girls God will shame your hand work."
- mercy.attah.5855 said: "When you find it difficult to express yourself how will you be able to understand the movie.. auntie rest ?."
- adenike_0706 stated: "U don deliver,go and collect ur 5k ... we understand... but why did u repost this nonsense na."
- toyin2657 remarked: "You are taking about someone mother like this and you think God will sit down looking at you in good eye, lol ? you must soffer it I swear to God."
- female_king__ argued: "I'm not even trying to talk down on iyabo ojo movie o, buh she's not the first or second even third giving this kind of review. Review like this full TikTok , allow her air her opinion! She paid to watch the movie."
- redbutterfly_1 questioned: "Give review of the movie, you can't, you are here telling us the storyline is not good, okay let's agree with you that the storyline is not good,tell us why?what makes a good movie?"
- cute_dalu_ noted: "I just knew they will definitely talk down on her efforts omooooo it's well oh."
- gifted_hands_designs praised: "The movie is a masterpiece, must watch. I think you watched a different movie. The return of Arinzo is a banger."
Background on Iyabo Ojo and Industry Support
This controversy comes amid previous reports of Iyabo Ojo expressing gratitude towards fellow actress Toyin Abraham for publicly supporting The Return of Arinzo. Toyin shared a flyer of the film on Instagram and urged fans to watch it in cinemas, which later caught Iyabo's attention. Iyabo responded by thanking Toyin and calling her her "darling sister" in the comment section, showing appreciation for the support. The film's trending status has grown significantly following this surprising audience reaction, highlighting the polarizing nature of the project within the Nollywood community.
