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ONE CHANCE (The Movie)

Bird, a renowned spoken word poet, is tragically found dead on a deserted highway. The film rewinds, revealing her last day as she prepares a poem for a festival, her backdrop a bustling city soundscape. Due to unavailable ride services, she reluctantly takes public transport, only to find herself in a harrowing situation. The passengers, including one woman, reveal themselves as armed robbers. In this disturbing turn of events, she’s forced to surrender her belongings, and the narrative then loops back to the opening scene, prompting the audience to contemplate her fate.

  • Tamarakuro Ebiotu
    Director
  • Kolawole Falade
    Writer
  • Oreva Olujimi
    Writer
  • Che Joy Bash
    Writer
  • Nasara Creatives
    Producer
  • Orange Poetry
    Producer
  • Che Joy Bash
    Key Cast
    "Bird"
  • Zainab Mohammed
    Key Cast
    "Woman (Passenger)"
  • Hader Otaki
    Key Cast
    "Criminal 1 (Taxi Driver)"
  • Michael Imossan
    Key Cast
    "Criminal 2 (Passenger)"
  • Haddison Gabriel
    Key Cast
    "Criminal 2 (Passenger)"
  • Oreva Olujimi
    Project Manager
  • Jamila Abbas
    Location Manager
  • Daniel Babade
    Photographer
  • Tamarakuto Ebiotu
    DOP & Editor
  • Zainab Muhammed
    Welfare Manager
  • Orange Poetry
    Production Company
  • Project Type:
    Documentary, Short, Television, Other
  • Genres:
    Short Film, Documentary, Poetry Film, Drama, Social Realism
  • Runtime:
    10 minutes
  • Completion Date:
    November 12, 2024
  • Production Budget:
    10,000 USD
  • Country of Origin:
    Nigeria
  • Country of Filming:
    Nigeria
  • Language:
    English
  • Shooting Format:
    Digital, 35mm, Sony A7III
  • Aspect Ratio:
    16:9
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    No
  • Student Project:
    No
  • Orange Poetry Film Festival 2024
    Abuja
    Nigeria
    November 29, 2024
    International Poetry Film Screening
    Official Selection
Distribution Information
  • Orange Poetry
    Distributor
    Country: Nigeria
    Rights: All Rights, Internet
Director Biography - Tamarakuro Ebiotu

Ebiotu Tamarakuro, popularly known as Director ET, is a dynamic filmmaker, director, and multidisciplinary creator hailing from Bayelsa State, Nigeria. With a decade years of industry experience, he has established himself as a detail-oriented and innovative professional in film direction and content creation.

He is founder of Orange Poetry LTD, renowned for curating high-quality Spoken Word Poetry. His career spans collaborations with prestigious television networks, film production companies, and digital content creators, where he consistently delivers impactful and engaging projects.

He has worked with prominent organizations such as GreenHub Africa, Solina Group (SCIDaR), Brains & Hammers, Bayelsa State Ministry of Agriculture And Natural Resources, Solidarity Center, WIPO Nigeria, Cradle2Harvard International Schools, amongst others and he has worked with notable festivals including Abuja Literary and Arts Festival (ALITFEST), Lagos International Poetry Festival (LIPFEST), Abuja Interntional Poetry Festival (AIPFEST) and Port Harcourt Poetry Festival (PHPoetryFest),

Director ET’s work reflects his passion for storytelling, his cultural roots, and his dedication to pushing the boundaries of artistic expression.

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Director Statement

As a filmmaker and storyteller, my work seeks to illuminate the often-overlooked realities of contemporary life. With One Chance, I am compelled to bring to the forefront a harrowing yet deeply human narrative that reflects the lived experiences of countless urban dwellers in Nigeria.

This film is more than a story of tragedy—it is a mirror held up to society, reflecting the fragile line between ambition and adversity, hope and despair. Bird, our protagonist, represents a generation of dreamers navigating a landscape fraught with challenges, where resilience is not just a virtue but a means of survival.

In crafting One Chance, I have drawn inspiration from personal encounters, shared stories, and the unspoken fears of young people striving to make something of themselves in an unforgiving world. By merging spoken word poetry with a gritty visual aesthetic, my aim is to immerse the audience in Bird’s journey—her aspirations, vulnerabilities, and the stark reality of her fate.

This project is my call to action, a plea for empathy, and a conversation starter about the systemic issues that perpetuate insecurity and economic disparity. Through this film, I hope to provoke thought, stir emotions, and inspire collective reflection on the urgent need for change in our society.

Filmmaking, for me, is not just about creating art but about wielding it as a tool for advocacy and connection. I am honored to share Bird’s story with the world, and I hope One Chance resonates with audiences, sparking the dialogue and empathy needed to build a safer and more equitable society.

— Ebiotu Tamarakuro (Director ET)