Is Sweet Face Worth Watching? Honest Movie Review & Audience Verdict (2020)

📖 The Core Premise

Sweet Face stands as a 2020 entry that attempts to leave its mark on the Drama landscape. 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. "Nkem eventually gets pregnant and 5 months into the pregnancy they are told by their doctor that their unborn baby has a congenital disorder (down syndrome) from a chromosome defect which was discovered after an ultrasound scan is carried out. They are distraught by this bad news and are torn between keeping their baby or getting rid of it. They decide to terminate their fetus having in mind that they have enough chances of having more babies. After the termination of their baby Nkem suddenly realizes she has made the worst mistake of her life and this affects their marriage drastically. Tobi is at the verge of losing his mind, Tobi tries his best to help her through this, but all to no avail, he slowly drowns in pain. Apparently the decision they have made will reshape the rest of their lives."

🎬 Performance & Direction

A movie's success often hinges on its execution. Unfortunately, Ademola Adedoyin feels underutilized in a role that lacks depth. The direction aims to balance pacing with character development, a hallmark of good Drama. While there are moments of brilliance, the pacing occasionally dips.

🤔 Why You Should Watch (or Skip)

Is Sweet Face worth your time? If you appreciate 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, Sweet Face misses the mark on several fronts. With a runtime of 84 minutes, it asks for a significant time investment, but for the right audience, it pays off.

Our recommendation: Skip It.