# Tatu (film)

Tatu is a 2017 Nigerian adventure film directed by Don Omope. It was written by Jude Idada and is an adaptation of the novel "Tatu", written by Abraham Nwankwo in 2014. The film received several nominations at the 2018 Africa Magic Viewers Choice Awards. The film also received joint most nominations at the 2018 Africa Magic Choice Awards.

## Synopsis

In Tatu, we see the life of a mother and her attempt to salvage the idea of her only daughter being given away as a sacrifice for the atonement of sins.

## Production

Tatu was shot in locations across Lagos, and Abuja. It was shot in a span of 12 months.

## Cast

* Toyin Abraham as Larayi
* Segun Arinze as Narimana
* Gabriel Afolayan as Wally
* Desmond Elliot as Father Hano
* Rahama Sadau as Tatuma
* Sambasa Nzeribe as Kamani
* Funlola Aofiyebi-Raimi
* Hafiz ‘Saka’ Oyetoro as Guard 1
* Frank Donga

## Release

Tatu was first theatrically released in July 2017 in Nigeria, and was premiered at the Eko Hotel Convention Centre, Victoria Island. In 2019, the movie was added to Netflix's catalogue as the company continued to invest in the African Film industry.

## Reception

Tatu was mildly received by the public. For most of it viewers, the movie had potentials that were not met. On Nollywood Reinvented, the movie had a rating of 52%.

## Accolades

Complete list of awards :
| Year | Award | Category | Recipient(s) | Result |
| 2017 | Best of Nollywood Awards | Best Actor in a Lead role –English | Gabriel Afolayan | Nominated |
| 2017 | Best of Nollywood Awards | Best Actress in a Lead role –English | Rahama Sadau | Nominated |
| 2017 | Best of Nollywood Awards | Best Supporting Actor –English | Segun Arinze, Sambasa Nzeribe | Nominated |
| 2017 | Best of Nollywood Awards | Best Supporting Actress –English | Toyin Abraham, Funlola Aofiyebi-Raimi | Nominated |
| 2017 | Best of Nollywood Awards | Most Promising Actor | Suara Olayinka | Won |
| 2017 | Best of Nollywood Awards | Best Child Actress | Teniola Awobiyi | Won |
| 2017 | Best of Nollywood Awards | Best Child Actor | Dumebi Nzeribe | Nominated |
| 2017 | Best of Nollywood Awards | Movie with the Best Screenplay | Tatu | Nominated |
| 2017 | Best of Nollywood Awards | Movie with the Best Editing | Tatu | Nominated |
| 2017 | Best of Nollywood Awards | Movie with the Best Soundtrack | Tatu | Nominated |
| 2017 | Best of Nollywood Awards | Movie with the Best Production Design | Tatu | Nominated |
| 2017 | Best of Nollywood Awards | Movie with the Best Cinematography | Tatu | Nominated |
| 2017 | Best of Nollywood Awards | Best Use of Nigerian Costume in a Movie | Tatu | Nominated |
| 2017 | Best of Nollywood Awards | Best Use of Make up in a Movie | Tatu | Nominated |
| 2017 | Best of Nollywood Awards | Movie of the Year | Tatu | Nominated |
| 2017 | Best of Nollywood Awards | Director of the Year | Don Omope | Nominated |
| 2018 | Africa Magic Viewers' Choice Awards | Best Cinematography Movies/TV Series | Tatu (Akpe Ododura) | Nominated |
| 2018 | Africa Magic Viewers' Choice Awards | Best Sound Editor | Tatu (Kolade Morakinyo) | Won |
| 2018 | Africa Magic Viewers' Choice Awards | Best Soundtrack Movies/TV Series | Tatu (Evelle) | Won |
| 2018 | Africa Magic Viewers' Choice Awards | Best Supporting Actress | Toyin Aimakhu, Funfola Afofiyebi-Raimi | Nominated |
| 2018 | Africa Magic Viewers' Choice Awards | Best Movie West Africa | Tatu | Nominated |
| 2018 | Africa Magic Viewers' Choice Awards | Best Director | Don Omope (Tatu) | Nominated |
| 2018 | Africa Magic Viewers' Choice Awards | Best Art Director | Don Omope, Yolanda Okereke, Segun Arinze, Tolu Awobiye (Tatu) | Nominated |
| 2018 | Africa Magic Viewers' Choice Awards | Best Lighting Designer Movie/TV Series | Akpe Ododuru, Tunde Akinniyi (Tatu) | Won |
| 2018 | Africa Magic Viewers' Choice Awards | Best Costume Designer Movie/TV Series | Yolanda Okereke | Nominated |
| 2018 | Africa Magic Viewers' Choice Awards | Best Make Up Artist Movie/TV Series | Thelma Ozy Smith, Hakeem Effect Onilogbo | Won |