Nigerian cinema continues to make its mark on the global stage as The Serpent’s Gift secures two major nominations at the 2025 Septimius Awards. The film is nominated for Best African Film, while lead actor Stan Nze (a previous winner) earns a nod for Best African Actor.
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Directed by Kayode Kasum (Afamefuna) and produced by Winifred Nkiru Mena-Ajakpovi (4:4:44), The Serpent’s Gift is a gripping blend of legal thriller, family drama, and psychological intrigue. At its heart lies a story of love, inheritance, and spiritual legacy following the sudden death of an Igbo patriarch. As tradition collides with ambition, and deep-seated secrets blur the boundaries of loyalty, the central question emerges: will justice lie at the end of the serpent’s path?
Shot in lush Igbo-styled locations, the film radiates with vibrant costuming, rich language, and meticulous cultural detail. Its narrative is anchored by strong character arcs and delivered by a stellar cast including Linda Ejiofor-Suleiman, Stan Nze, Tina Mba, Daniel Etim-Effiong, Beverly Osu, Tracey George and singer Ric Hassani in a striking against-type performance. Together, they unravel a tightly woven story exploring themes of greed, womanhood, justice, and power in a modern African household.
Speaking on the project, Kasum describes the film as “my love letter to the richness of Nigerian traditions and the universal complexity of family.”
The Serpent’s Gift will open in cinemas across West Africa on August 29, distributed by The Nile Entertainment.
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