Is Hakkunde Worth Watching? Honest Movie Review & Audience Verdict (2017)

📖 The Core Premise

Hakkunde returns to the screen in 2017, bringing a fresh narrative to the Comedy, Drama genre. At its heart, the film explores complex themes wrapped in a compelling storyline. As the plot unfolds, we see characters navigating a world where stakes are high. "A long-time unemployed graduate, faced with life's pressures decides to relocate to Kaduna from Lagos when an opportunity presents itself against his sister's wishes. His expectations is however cut short and Akande must make a decision to either learn to survive or return back to failure."

🎬 Performance & Direction

A movie's success often hinges on its execution. Toyin Aimakhu-Johnson attempts to elevate the material, but the direction leaves them with little to work with. The direction aims to balance pacing with character development, a hallmark of good Comedy. While there are moments of brilliance, the pacing occasionally dips.

🤔 Why You Should Watch (or Skip)

Is Hakkunde worth your time? If you appreciate Comedy, Drama films that take risks, this is likely a decent one-time watch. However, if you are looking for a flawless masterpiece, you might find some plot points predictable.

🏆 Final Verdict

Ultimately, Hakkunde misses the mark on several fronts. With a runtime of 92 minutes, it asks for a significant time investment, but for the right audience, it pays off.

Our recommendation: Skip It.