Reviews

Swallow is a period piece that takes place in the 1980s and the movie ensures you know this. It addresses a lot of issues like misogyny, the Nigerian patriarchy, gangs and of course drugs. However, there were a plethora of issues with this film. For example, scenes dragged on for too long with zero impact that completely takes you out of the experience. Set pieces were non-existent, making the film seem like an exaggerated stage play. The acting was decent unfortunately the story didn't give much to work with. The biggest problem for swallow is that it tries to address all these societal issues without taking any of it to heart, which ultimately leads to a boring finale that does not stick with you much after the movie's ending. Not Kunle Afolayan's best. 3/10.

Save yourself the time, this movie isn't worth it. The first half of this movie was actually quite entertaining and filled with mystery. However took a disastrous turn in the second half with unbelievable cliches, plot armor, a ridiculous script and poor set pieces. If you're looking for a Friday night movie to keep you entertained, this isn't it. Peter Dinklage & Rosamund Pike tried to save the film but good acting alone isn't enough when the plot and script are poor. A lioness doesn't prey on the weak and elderly, that's not a sign of strength and ambition.