72 reviews
Honest review from European Woman with Netflix subscription
I couldn't understand the low rating and the very high reviews some people stated where unrealistic or even paid to write. Since the movie popped up on my Netflix home screen I decided to give it a go and write an honest unpaid review.
And this is just my opinion. I am a woman from Europe, an entirely different culture than the African one, but since this is a movie, and I watched it, I am entitled to my opinion!
At first I was skeptical and I couldn't figure out what to think of it the first 30 minutes. But the acting was fine, I totally and absolutely loved the chemistry between the strong female lead and her uncle. What a character!
This wasn't a heavy, dramatic movie, more a light hearted fast paced flick with a lot of elements that are almost comical. Hallmark like camera and music and I liked the directing and camera. The only thing I wasn't really happy about was that the movie quite suddenly was over. It could have used like ten minutes more of even a bit longer to work things out with the possible love interest.
Conclusion: I liked it, I enjoyed myself, it was not a master piece, but a nice watch. Well done.
Fun movie
Empty
Genevieve Nnaji's Lionheart is hilarious at best and it only manages to say nothing.
Rubbish
One more piece of garbage from NETFLIX. Period !!
I am saying what it is .. Nothing more.
I am saying what it is .. Nothing more.
- minnu-forums
- Jan 14, 2019
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Lion Heart review
PLOT IS ALMOST EMPTY.
First of all, I praise Genevieve for the casting and audio-visual quality of the movie. Though I still feel like the talents of these great actors were wasted. The movie is short. The story is basic. The story is bland. There is no excitement. No climax. Some of the scenes were unrealistic. The movie is 100% predictable too. Genevieve has been in the industry for 20years. She can do better.
Waste of time
I've never written a review for IMDb. I use it all the time to gauge movies and seeing the above reviews touting this film to be the best movie ever?? Huh?? Makes me seriously question the validity of ALLIMDb scores!! I kept waiting for something to happen in this moviè. Something to interest me or hook me...nothing what a Snoozefest!!
- carolyn_ryan
- Jan 3, 2019
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Average
I like the picture quality and the fact that it portrays Nigeria. but the plot is just too short and predictable. i mean life is not a fairytale where happy endings always emerge. by the way the film is also just to unrealistic. highly illogical. the only aspect i love is the comical parts. nothing else.
Outstanding quality and acting.
For a first time director and two times producer of films ,nnaji is heading for greatness. Beautiful film to say the least . And a very calming movie with smiles 😀. A drama movie without drama! She can only get better from here. You have my 10/10
- vlordschild-14162
- Dec 29, 2018
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not good enough
The plot of this movie and the story build up was just terrible, the dialogue too was something else, when did external auditors turn financial advisers????
- rukkyzeal-97216
- Jan 14, 2019
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Does not live up to Production Value
This movie was a movie that had great potential. A directorial debut of the Famous Nigerian Genevieve, packed with star studded Nigerian Names from Phyno, to Pete edochie. It also Had really fantastic production value, however that's as far as positives go.
One thing that a good movie needs above all else is "story". the story usually sets actors up for fantastic pe formances, can usually be the thing to sell a movie. However, this failed to be anything other than boring. It had no logical flow. It was trying to do a lot of things, like develop a love interest for Genevieve, set her up as a hardworking female, however it offers nothing in terms of bringing that to life. There should have been more connections to the characters, like what does Lionheart mean ?? Who exactly are these characters. It feels very empty and quickly put together.
Building on from that, another thing that makes movie so terrible is, because the story is terrible the actors cannot live up to their potential. They're stuck in a bad story, so there's nothing to immerse themselves in.
The film also has terrible writing which also contributes to the actor's terrible performances. I don't know who wrote this but it was really off the mark for writing. Some of the dialogue was so superficial and empty. They threw in some inspirational words here and there to try and do soemthing but it had no effect because they hadn't prepared for it properly. There was also a serious lack of research witht the writing. When you borrow 950 million naira,which is basically 2.6 million dollars, no company takes that kind of loan and pays back fully in a year. People pay interests on that loan, so that really messed up the story and writing. Also was the evil coworker a board member ?? What was he doing at those meetings ?? And how can a company which has a board be unaware of a 2.6 million dollar loan. It's jsust not possible, that's not how business works. It feels as if real life was bent to fit the terrible narrative this movie was trying to tell.
The only positive of this movie is production value. The cinematography is average holly wood standard, although it falters a lot. It's evident of a quite low budget Hollywood movie. It's netflix quality, let me put it that way in terms of original content. However, it still needs to improve. I think Genevieve needs to go on a masters in directing from a good film school to understand how to properly direct, it is really important she does that.
In conclusion, this was a movie that could have been groundbreaking in terms of Nigeria's first original Netflix content. However m perhaps shockingly, seeing as it was bought by Netflix, it was absolutely poor. And writing, bad story, bad acting. I can only congratulate the production value of this.
One thing that a good movie needs above all else is "story". the story usually sets actors up for fantastic pe formances, can usually be the thing to sell a movie. However, this failed to be anything other than boring. It had no logical flow. It was trying to do a lot of things, like develop a love interest for Genevieve, set her up as a hardworking female, however it offers nothing in terms of bringing that to life. There should have been more connections to the characters, like what does Lionheart mean ?? Who exactly are these characters. It feels very empty and quickly put together.
Building on from that, another thing that makes movie so terrible is, because the story is terrible the actors cannot live up to their potential. They're stuck in a bad story, so there's nothing to immerse themselves in.
The film also has terrible writing which also contributes to the actor's terrible performances. I don't know who wrote this but it was really off the mark for writing. Some of the dialogue was so superficial and empty. They threw in some inspirational words here and there to try and do soemthing but it had no effect because they hadn't prepared for it properly. There was also a serious lack of research witht the writing. When you borrow 950 million naira,which is basically 2.6 million dollars, no company takes that kind of loan and pays back fully in a year. People pay interests on that loan, so that really messed up the story and writing. Also was the evil coworker a board member ?? What was he doing at those meetings ?? And how can a company which has a board be unaware of a 2.6 million dollar loan. It's jsust not possible, that's not how business works. It feels as if real life was bent to fit the terrible narrative this movie was trying to tell.
The only positive of this movie is production value. The cinematography is average holly wood standard, although it falters a lot. It's evident of a quite low budget Hollywood movie. It's netflix quality, let me put it that way in terms of original content. However, it still needs to improve. I think Genevieve needs to go on a masters in directing from a good film school to understand how to properly direct, it is really important she does that.
In conclusion, this was a movie that could have been groundbreaking in terms of Nigeria's first original Netflix content. However m perhaps shockingly, seeing as it was bought by Netflix, it was absolutely poor. And writing, bad story, bad acting. I can only congratulate the production value of this.
- mofeonuwaje
- Jan 4, 2019
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Overhyped Uninteresting Movie
I actually checked the profiles of those who reviewed this film and gave it a 10/10. Those guys are new and probably created the accounts to hype on this film. As for those who rated high just wanted to support the Nigerian movie industry, you are not doing it any good by supporting movies like this. When you support poor quality movies, you encourage mediocrity and the local industry won't just grow. The story though uninteresting is quite very disjointed. At a point, you will be wondering if it is supposed to be a comedy. The character development is quite poor as viewers may be irritated with some. Unnecessary scenes and below par acting by some characters. The only good thing here is the good cameras and picture quality the production came out with.
Boring and weak plot.
- tonynworah-11169
- May 4, 2019
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Mind Blowing Piece Of Work.
Enjoyed it. Been a while I saw a movie so well acted and delivered. The theme was beautifully touched on. Well done Genevieve Nnaji and Team. Looking forward to your next reviews
- finndatong
- Dec 29, 2018
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A waste of time
A waste of time, the three stars was my way of supporting new stars
- maltuwayjiri
- Jan 6, 2019
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What the hell is going on here
The movie is so bad at some point you wonder whether you're watching a comedy or a drama movie. It has zero essence, zero script, and zero interest.
I guess all the 10/10 comments are paid but I did watch this on Netflix and I leave this review in case someone decides to skip the movie and get some more life time.
- pabloguallar
- Jan 18, 2019
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Wrote better stories at 6years
The storyline is very shallow, i mean she basically ended all her problems by falling in love with a man after selling the narrative of an independent strong woman. I have a feeling Netflix only bought this to paint Nollywood as shallow to the rest of the world.
More of the same
Lionheart does not really do or say anything new. A daughter is trying to run a company after her father's illness and there are challenges. And it's all neatly resolved and they live happily ever after. No real Wow moment
Best Nigerian Film Ever
LionHeart works so well as Comedy/Drama without even trying.. The humour flows naturally and it showcases the Nigerian culture and values in the most beautiful ways. The picture is absolutely beautiful but the performances are even better. Great job Genevieve Nnaji. Thank you for making us proud.
- michaelakan-17590
- Dec 29, 2018
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Best of the best
- godfeymasui
- May 18, 2019
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Igbore the paid reviews.
The movie is terrible to say the least, despite the top notch actors. It's like those movies that were written while filming. Absolutely no story to tell.
- akpobimaro
- Dec 30, 2018
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Holy one of Israel!
What did Genevieve think she just did? A movie? And Netflix bought this? In the midst of Wedding Party? October 1? This is corruption in the highest. The writers are quack. And where were the script doctors? Genevieve needs to bag a diploma in Directing like Stephanie. This was all a joke she served.
- kennyeziche
- Mar 17, 2019
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My Lion Heart Review
Terrible Movie... worst Nigerian movie I've seen
Movie is so bad I had to create an account just to write this and let others know
- jmcgill-93090
- Jan 5, 2019
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To say she loves her country this much!! Even Made in Nigeria cars and natural hair dos .lot of details nnaji
How
Can
Any One rate this movie a 1/10 if you are not sent to do so??? It's a shame