Colours of Fire Review: Stunning Nollywood Fantasy Held Back by Thin Storytelling
Niyi Akinmolayan’s Colours of Fire is an ambitious Nigerian fantasy epic built around a conflict between the Blue and Red Tribes. Its story follows Akinbode, a warrior sent to confront a feared threat, whose encounter with Moremi forces him to question the beliefs behind a generations-long feud. The film stands out for its elaborate costumes, ritual dances, traditional fabric references and striking fantasy imagery. Uzor Arukwe brings weight to Akinbode, while Gabriel Afolayan delivers a committed supporting performance. However, the visual ambition does not always translate into a convincing world. Some CGI and AI-assisted scenes feel detached from the actors, while long stretches slow the pace. The review also questions the limited use of Yoruba by lead characters in a story grounded in Yoruba-inspired cultural imagery. Colours of Fire is a bold technical step for Nollywood, even if its rich world-building and spectacle ultimately outshine its narrative depth.
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