Jagun Jagun Movie Review
The movie ‘Jagun Jagun’ is a masterpiece that goes beyond its visual presentation, captivating audiences with its profound artistic depth and leaving a lasting impact that transcends the screen.
Produced by Femi Adebayo, the movie starred Lateef Adedimieji, Adebayo Salami, Bimbo Ademoye, Fathia Balogun, Aisha Lawal and a host of other exceptional actors and actresses. It is a 2 hrs 13 minutes long movie
Jagun Jagun is a movie which bothers on power, war, revenge, love, betrayal, death and most especially Godfatherism.
This movie thoroughly intercepts and interprets the decry of Godfatherism and how it has eaten deep into society.
Ogundiji, was the fiery warrior who had command of people, charms and power. He was feared by all and his name sent shivers down the spine of all who hear it.
The fame of Ogundiji was noised abroad and villages sent out their best warriors and emissaries to learn more about war and archery from Ogundiji’s school for warriors.
Here are the take home from this powerful movie Jagun Jagun
- This movie Jagun Jagun depicts how excessive use of power can culminate in deaths, war and injustice.
Jagun Jagun depicts how corruption and decadence have eaten deep into systems of human endeavours, Ogundiji saw beyond Gbotija and knew he was going to be a fiery warrior like him and for that reason, he made use of every available point of entry in order to terminate Gbotija’s life and to make sure he never rise.
2. The Clamour for change is a collective effort
This movie also depicts the fact that in every society and system, no matter how oppressed the people are, the clamour for change and justice will require that everyone comes together to make a change in order to surmount their abuser and seek the life they want. During the interplay between Ogundiji and Gbotija, if the other trainee warriors had refused to join Gbotija in the quest, the death of Gbotija would have been imminent and, this goes to further reiterate the fact that irrespective of a people’s clamour for change, we all have individual responsibility to make things work and the onus cannot rest on a single individual.
3. Put yourself first
The movie Jagun Jagun also reiterates the fact that, In every quest in human life and endeavour, save yourself first. Morohunmubo, Gbogunmi’s wife didn’t want her husband to go to war in her father’s village because she wanted to protect her family from possible death and loss. This culminated in Gbogunmi’s being on the bad side of Ogundiji and as a result of his refusal to carry out Ogundiji’s order, he eventually got into a fight with Gbotija and lost his life in the process. After Gbogunmi’s death, his wife’s father expressed his happiness over the death of his in-law who had disobeyed the king’s order in order to save their lives.
4. Love could be painful
The movie Jagun Jagun also shows that love sometimes is pain and you might not always have what you want, the love between Kiitan and Gbotija would have blossomed into a beautiful union if not for the untimely death of Kiitan which was occasioned by Ogundiji.
5. The depiction of modern-day Godfatherism in the quest for power and fame
There’s also the depiction of modern-day Godfatherism and the use of thugs and touts to achieve their purpose and urge for power, Ogundiji spared Kiitan’s life because she was useful for his selfish desires while his own blood and flesh was spared and preserved. This illustrates the decadence in society and how as a people, we are quick to use other people’s children for our selfish desires while protecting ours. Politicians adopt the use of thugs and touts and, until we arise as a people and say no to oppression, our oppressors will continue to oppress us, kill our children and set us up against ourselves.
6. We are products of our past
The passing of Gbotija’s father pushed him to embrace the path of a warrior, driven by a burning desire to avenge the death of his father, This pursuit became his driving force, propelling him forward with unwavering determination. Despite the pain of losing his father, Gbotija pushed himself into becoming the brave man he became. His journey towards becoming a courageous individual ultimately garnered his admiration and affection from Kiitan, Ogundiji’s ward
7. Betrayal
The movie ended up on the depiction of betrayal, Ogundiji had sworn an oath to his wife Erinfunto after he used her womb in his quest for power but went on to have a secret child, this betrayal was what led to his death because if not for the intervention of his wife, Ogundiji wouldn’t have died and Gbotija would have died instead.
Jagun Jagun is a pictorial representation of the ills in society and also a swift reminder to us all that each of us is a reflection of our past and for most of us, our past is the driving force that propels us into becoming who we are or whom we are looking to become.
Jagun Jagun is a must-watch for all, the story cuts across geographical and psychological boundaries, spanning a diverse range of human experiences and influences within the intricate web of our society.
You definitely should see this movie this weekend
Femi Adebayo deserves his flowers for this masterpiece.
