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The Digest:

In a nation where art often mirrors life's most painful truths, the new Nollywood thriller The Herd has sparked intense conversation about storytelling, stigma, and security. Directed by Daniel Etim Effiong, the film depicts a family ambushed by bandits during a celebration, drawing from real-life trauma in Nigeria’s northwest and central regions, while drawing both praise and criticism for its portrayal of herders within a criminal network.

Key Points:
  • The Herd follows a family attacked by bandits during a rural celebration.
  • The film stars Mercy Aigbe, Kunle Remi, and Genoveva Umeh.
  • It portrays herders and a corrupt pastor as part of a criminal network.
  • Supporters praise its courage in addressing national trauma and resilience.
  • Critics of X accuse it of stereotyping Fulani people and fueling division.
  • Some have called for the movie to be banned from streaming platforms.
  • Cast members emphasize their intent to spark dialogue on justice and safety.
As cinema holds up a mirror to society's wounds, The Herd challenges viewers to confront uncomfortable truths, not just about violence, but about how we frame, and who we blame, in the stories we tell.

Sources: X, Netflix Nigeria