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femi4:
To many unrealistic scenes just like king of boys

The teacher's character should have been systematically developed to show historical relationship with Oboz

True, the man just came into the movie without them showing any previous dealings or business with Oboz.

Onlinegist:
TO KILL A MONKEY: Great Film, But I Have Reservations. After all the hype and well deserved applause for "To Kill a Monkey", I still have some reservations. Yes, the movie was great, from the acting to the cinematography, but certain aspects of the storyline lost touch with reality.

First off, the character "Teacher" was unnecessary. He contributed nothing meaningful to the plot. The whole fight between Teacher and Oboz felt forced, especially Efe’s involvement. Efe had no connection to Teacher, yet the script tried to insert him into a conflict that wasn’t his. That angle was weak.

Secondly, Efe was portrayed as a tech expert and developer, yet he came off as dull. How can someone with the skills to build such a powerful app be that broke and clueless? No real life developer with that level of innovation would still be that hungry and wrecked.

Thirdly, Oboz didn’t embody the traits of a real mafia boss. He bragged too much, talked loosely, and chased women without class. True underworld leaders move in silence, protect their presence, and don’t get disrespected by women like Amanda in front of their boys.

Letting Efe into the inner circle without proper initiation (vetting) only confirmed how unserious Oboz was. Efe asking Oboz, who owned the structure, for 50% just so he could sit back and collect money was peak greed and entitlement. That was an obvious red flag that Oboz was too blind to see, simply because he himself is an idiot.

Efe’s wife, Nosa, in my opinion, did nothing wrong. Yes, she messed up and lost herself when the illegal money finally came, but she wasn’t the problem, Efe was. He lacked principles and backbone. A woman cannot push a man of integrity into crime. And let’s be honest, 90% of women would do exactly what Nosa did if they saw that opportunity. Her reaction was predictable; Efe’s weakness was the real problem.

Lest I forget, they didn’t condemn the crime in the movie, they ended it like it was just another way to make it. That kind of ending sends a subtle message that crime is a normal or valid route to wealth. And honestly, as much as that’s a flawed message, it also reflects reality. Many of the richest people in the world today didn't exactly take the clean path to success. Still, a film with this kind of reach should’ve done more to spark reflection, not validation.

So while To Kill a Monkey was a great production, the character arcs and certain plot decisions needed more realism and depth. These small flaws kept it from being a truly unforgettable masterpiece.

If I should rate the movie, I would say 7/10, not because it wasn't entertaining, but because certain parts lacked depth, realism, and proper character development.

Trailer

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aLxhNzvqToY?si=a_Pul7BuNskLyDaG

The most useless overhyped movie I have ever seen.

Why did teacher abandoned OBOZ and started attacking EFE instead


What stops EFE from relocating his family members abroad?

What caused the fight between EFE and his WIFE was so unreasonable considering the bond between them.


The who story line was very UNREALISTIC AND UNPRACTICAL

Mordecai:
Nice review.

I think the Teacher character was an integral part of the movie. It was the main source of the problems between Oboz and Efe.

Again, there are many people like Efe everywhere. Brilliant, talented and innovative. They are broke because they do not want to go into crime. The more reason why it is important the government gets its act right.

As for Oboz character, don't get carried away by the persona exuded by crime bosses in Hollywood movies. A look at the yahoo boys around you will tell you what criminals really behave like. And Oboz depicts that part to the hilt. That act deserves an award.

About Oboz trusting Efe, the movie was clear about Oboz. He was a criminal, but one that kept a soft spot for those he cared about. And he really did care about Efe ever since Efe saved his life.

The op was dead right about Oboz ignoring Efe's greed. Watching them, it was so obvious. Every of Oboz's boys saw it, but the man was blind to it. It also fed into the character plot.

In all, I would rate it a great watch, highly entertaining and one that leaves you the rest of the week wondering where they all made mistakes.

U are a better reviewer than the op...u understood the movie and plot better than the op.... u said it all....kudos

I totally get where you're coming from — your points are well-thought-out and highlight some valid concerns. But I’d argue that what you see as flaws might actually be deliberate choices that reflect a different kind of storytelling — one that prioritizes symbolism and social commentary over strict realism.

Take the Teacher character, for instance. While he may not have driven the plot in a conventional sense, some viewers saw him more as a symbolic figure — a moral compass or cautionary voice. His conflict with Oboz and the entanglement with Efe might have felt forced to you, but others interpreted it as a layered metaphor about misguided loyalty, identity, and peer pressure — especially in a society where influence often trumps logic.

Now on Efe — yes, it’s strange to see someone that talented so broke. But isn’t that the sad reality in many parts of Africa today? Countless brilliant minds are underfunded, underappreciated, and underpaid. Tech skills alone don’t guarantee financial success — access, privilege, and networks matter too. Efe being broke might be less about being "clueless" and more about being stuck in a system that doesn’t reward innovation unless it aligns with certain power structures.

As for Oboz, I’d argue he wasn’t meant to be the polished, calculated type of mafia boss you see in Western movies. He was chaotic, insecure, and loud — maybe intentionally so. His bragging, womanizing, and poor judgment painted a picture of the kind of "big man" that exists in many urban realities — all noise, no substance. His recklessness wasn’t a script flaw; it was a warning.

The Efe-Oboz dynamic was uncomfortable, sure, but maybe it was meant to be. Efe’s boldness in asking for 50% was insane — no doubt — but it also exposed the entitlement and desperation that corruption often breeds. And Oboz letting it slide? That wasn’t just stupidity, it was ego. He thought he could control Efe. That’s the tragedy.

Regarding Nosa — you’re not wrong. Her reaction was believable, even typical. But let’s not excuse it too easily. Yes, Efe lacked backbone, but she also showed a willingness to enjoy the spoils without questioning the cost. That moral decay wasn’t just Efe’s — it spread.

Finally, on the issue of crime not being condemned: this is a tough one. I agree that the ending was morally grey, but maybe that was the point. The filmmakers didn’t glorify crime as much as they mirrored the discomforting reality many of us live in — where the lines between crime, hustle, and success are dangerously blurred. The absence of a clean moral wrap-up forces the audience to wrestle with what they just watched. It’s not satisfying, but it is haunting — and maybe that’s more powerful.

So yeah, To Kill a Monkey wasn’t perfect, but maybe its imperfections are what made it real, at least in a raw, unfiltered way. I’d personally give it an 8.5/10 — not for technical excellence alone, but for the conversations it’s sparked and the mirror it’s held up to society

What a movie.

Onlinegist:
TO KILL A MONKEY: Great Film, But I Have Reservations. After all the hype and well deserved applause for "To Kill a Monkey", I still have some reservations. Yes, the movie was great, from the acting to the cinematography, but certain aspects of the storyline lost touch with reality.

First off, the character "Teacher" was unnecessary. He contributed nothing meaningful to the plot. The whole fight between Teacher and Oboz felt forced, especially Efe’s involvement. Efe had no connection to Teacher, yet the script tried to insert him into a conflict that wasn’t his. That angle was weak.

Secondly, Efe was portrayed as a tech expert and developer, yet he came off as dull. How can someone with the skills to build such a powerful app be that broke and clueless? No real life developer with that level of innovation would still be that hungry and wrecked.

Thirdly, Oboz didn’t embody the traits of a real mafia boss. He bragged too much, talked loosely, and chased women without class. True underworld leaders move in silence, protect their presence, and don’t get disrespected by women like Amanda in front of their boys.

Letting Efe into the inner circle without proper initiation (vetting) only confirmed how unserious Oboz was. Efe asking Oboz, who owned the structure, for 50% just so he could sit back and collect money was peak greed and entitlement. That was an obvious red flag that Oboz was too blind to see, simply because he himself is an idiot.

Efe’s wife, Nosa, in my opinion, did nothing wrong. Yes, she messed up and lost herself when the illegal money finally came, but she wasn’t the problem, Efe was. He lacked principles and backbone. A woman cannot push a man of integrity into crime. And let’s be honest, 90% of women would do exactly what Nosa did if they saw that opportunity. Her reaction was predictable; Efe’s weakness was the real problem.

Lest I forget, they didn’t condemn the crime in the movie, they ended it like it was just another way to make it. That kind of ending sends a subtle message that crime is a normal or valid route to wealth. And honestly, as much as that’s a flawed message, it also reflects reality. Many of the richest people in the world today didn't exactly take the clean path to success. Still, a film with this kind of reach should’ve done more to spark reflection, not validation.

So while To Kill a Monkey was a great production, the character arcs and certain plot decisions needed more realism and depth. These small flaws kept it from being a truly unforgettable masterpiece.

If I should rate the movie, I would say 7/10, not because it wasn't entertaining, but because certain parts lacked depth, realism, and proper character development.

Trailer

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aLxhNzvqToY?si=a_Pul7BuNskLyDaG

Oga, if you watched the movie with an open mind, I bet you won't type the bolded or I could say you were just looking for something to criticize.

The movie is great... with minimal faults than you tried to highlight.

What do you call Oboz dying young and sudden, or Efe losing all within space of 5 years and jailed at the end...

not too violent...just about 3 scenes looks too violent,,,

Mariangeles:
8 episodes? I thought it was a movie.

I watched the recap on YouTube, and to be honest, I couldn't even finish watching it.
Too violent for my liking.

op, Go and Acts your Own .. You must Condemn and Criticise.. Shiorrr

Hamachi:
Onlinegist
While your critique focuses on realism and character development, one could argue that "To Kill a Monkey" is a fictional work meant to entertain and spark discussion, not strictly adhere to real-world logic . From this viewpoint:
- The character of "Teacher" and the conflict involving him could be seen as plot devices to drive tension and character development, rather than strictly realistic portrayals.
- Efe's portrayal as a brilliant but struggling tech expert could reflect the personal struggles many innovators face, even if it doesn't perfectly align with real-life expectations.
- Oboz's character, while not a perfect representation of a real mafia boss, serves the narrative purpose of highlighting the dangers of greed and poor leadership.

This perspective emphasizes the storytelling aspects of the film, suggesting that while realism is important, it's not the only lens through which to evaluate "To Kill a Monkey" .

Oboz's role is not that of a mafia boss but of a kingpin (check the meaning). He played the role satisfactorily.

Hamachi:
Onlinegist
While your critique focuses on realism and character development, one could argue that "To Kill a Monkey" is a fictional work meant to entertain and spark discussion, not strictly adhere to real-world logic . From this viewpoint:
- The character of "Teacher" and the conflict involving him could be seen as plot devices to drive tension and character development, rather than strictly realistic portrayals.
- Efe's portrayal as a brilliant but struggling tech expert could reflect the personal struggles many innovators face, even if it doesn't perfectly align with real-life expectations.
- Oboz's character, while not a perfect representation of a real mafia boss, serves the narrative purpose of highlighting the dangers of greed and poor leadership.

This perspective emphasizes the storytelling aspects of the film, suggesting that while realism is important, it's not the only lens through which to evaluate "To Kill a Monkey" .

You’re right about Kemi Sparking discussions, the movie was done from Tyler Perry’s playbook of creating controversial movies where you cannot fully blame one single person in a movie but all you do is keep arguing amongst each other about who is at fault for what.

Onlinegist:
TO KILL A MONKEY: Great Film, But I Have Reservations. After all the hype and well deserved applause for "To Kill a Monkey", I still have some reservations. Yes, the movie was great, from the acting to the cinematography, but certain aspects of the storyline lost touch with reality.

First off, the character "Teacher" was unnecessary. He contributed nothing meaningful to the plot. The whole fight between Teacher and Oboz felt forced, especially Efe’s involvement. Efe had no connection to Teacher, yet the script tried to insert him into a conflict that wasn’t his. That angle was weak.

Secondly, Efe was portrayed as a tech expert and developer, yet he came off as dull. How can someone with the skills to build such a powerful app be that broke and clueless? No real life developer with that level of innovation would still be that hungry and wrecked.

Thirdly, Oboz didn’t embody the traits of a real mafia boss. He bragged too much, talked loosely, and chased women without class. True underworld leaders move in silence, protect their presence, and don’t get disrespected by women like Amanda in front of their boys.

Letting Efe into the inner circle without proper initiation (vetting) only confirmed how unserious Oboz was. Efe asking Oboz, who owned the structure, for 50% just so he could sit back and collect money was peak greed and entitlement. That was an obvious red flag that Oboz was too blind to see, simply because he himself is an idiot.

Efe’s wife, Nosa, in my opinion, did nothing wrong. Yes, she messed up and lost herself when the illegal money finally came, but she wasn’t the problem, Efe was. He lacked principles and backbone. A woman cannot push a man of integrity into crime. And let’s be honest, 90% of women would do exactly what Nosa did if they saw that opportunity. Her reaction was predictable; Efe’s weakness was the real problem.

Lest I forget, they didn’t condemn the crime in the movie, they ended it like it was just another way to make it. That kind of ending sends a subtle message that crime is a normal or valid route to wealth. And honestly, as much as that’s a flawed message, it also reflects reality. Many of the richest people in the world today didn't exactly take the clean path to success. Still, a film with this kind of reach should’ve done more to spark reflection, not validation.

So while To Kill a Monkey was a great production, the character arcs and certain plot decisions needed more realism and depth. These small flaws kept it from being a truly unforgettable masterpiece.

If I should rate the movie, I would say 7/10, not because it wasn't entertaining, but because certain parts lacked depth, realism, and proper character development.

Trailer

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aLxhNzvqToY?si=a_Pul7BuNskLyDaG

Na lie you lie
No to sooo
The movie is super
Oboz killed the movie
Everything was perfect

Onlinegist:
TO KILL A MONKEY: Great Film, But I Have Reservations. After all the hype and well deserved applause for "To Kill a Monkey", I still have some reservations. Yes, the movie was great, from the acting to the cinematography, but certain aspects of the storyline lost touch with reality.

First off, the character "Teacher" was unnecessary. He contributed nothing meaningful to the plot. The whole fight between Teacher and Oboz felt forced, especially Efe’s involvement. Efe had no connection to Teacher, yet the script tried to insert him into a conflict that wasn’t his. That angle was weak.

Secondly, Efe was portrayed as a tech expert and developer, yet he came off as dull. How can someone with the skills to build such a powerful app be that broke and clueless? No real life developer with that level of innovation would still be that hungry and wrecked.

Thirdly, Oboz didn’t embody the traits of a real mafia boss. He bragged too much, talked loosely, and chased women without class. True underworld leaders move in silence, protect their presence, and don’t get disrespected by women like Amanda in front of their boys.

Letting Efe into the inner circle without proper initiation (vetting) only confirmed how unserious Oboz was. Efe asking Oboz, who owned the structure, for 50% just so he could sit back and collect money was peak greed and entitlement. That was an obvious red flag that Oboz was too blind to see, simply because he himself is an idiot.

Efe’s wife, Nosa, in my opinion, did nothing wrong. Yes, she messed up and lost herself when the illegal money finally came, but she wasn’t the problem, Efe was. He lacked principles and backbone. A woman cannot push a man of integrity into crime. And let’s be honest, 90% of women would do exactly what Nosa did if they saw that opportunity. Her reaction was predictable; Efe’s weakness was the real problem.

Lest I forget, they didn’t condemn the crime in the movie, they ended it like it was just another way to make it. That kind of ending sends a subtle message that crime is a normal or valid route to wealth. And honestly, as much as that’s a flawed message, it also reflects reality. Many of the richest people in the world today didn't exactly take the clean path to success. Still, a film with this kind of reach should’ve done more to spark reflection, not validation.

So while To Kill a Monkey was a great production, the character arcs and certain plot decisions needed more realism and depth. These small flaws kept it from being a truly unforgettable masterpiece.

If I should rate the movie, I would say 7/10, not because it wasn't entertaining, but because certain parts lacked depth, realism, and proper character development.

Trailer

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aLxhNzvqToY?si=a_Pul7BuNskLyDaG

Obozz was like a yahoo boy that got his wealth from fraud and fetishism ….he talked loosely like hush puppi and not a mafia ..:

His part was right

Hamachi:
Kemi didn’t fail to “show us what they could do instead” because maybe that wasn't the story she wanted to tell. Efe is representative of the hardworking, brilliant Nigerian youth, yes—but he’s also a metaphor for what happens when brilliance lacks guidance, systems fail, and desperation replaces direction. The tragedy is intentional: it’s meant to be frustrating. We don’t get “solutions” because in real life, most Efes are navigating a similar fog.

As for the women, maybe the point was to show everyone’s hypocrisy and complexity—not just Efe’s. His wife taking the offshore money after condemning the source is the contradiction of survival. Anita might have had her own agency and motivations we weren’t shown because, again, this isn’t a moral tale—it’s a maze.

Even Mo’s seemingly shallow investigation could be Kemi’s jab at institutions that don’t really care about truth—only headlines and arrests. The same applies to the lack of resolution with his sleazy supervisor or his daughter’s choices: they are threads left loose, like in life.

Yes, it could have been executed better—more depth, more inner dialogue, more clarity. But maybe what you call “poor execution” is actually deliberate discomfort. Maybe To Kill a Monkey isn't a guidebook—it’s a warning.

Maybe what you call “poor execution” is actually deliberate discomfort. Maybe To Kill a Monkey isn't a guidebook—it’s a warning.

Wow!!!
First time I am wowed by a comment on NL.
Well articulated

Lol...you wey never watch am finish...you dey whine?

sugarlyn:
Na lie you lie
No to sooo
The movie is super
Oboz killed the movie
Everything was perfect

Britishpea:
I don’t think you are correct.

Teacher was a senior man that initiated them into thr game and Oboz being his protege has to pay royalties or tax.

Oboz was a new boss who was craving lavish lifestyle whose belief was “what’s the essence of money that you make if you don’t spend it” many underworld bosses do that. Those ones with experience, had been nabbed before or older are those that can carry themselves the way yoh said. Pablo Escobar bought a lot of fast cars and lived a lavish lifestyle.

Efe demanded 50% from an already esterblished structure. I think he made explored the fact that he had been Oboz’s friend from school and Oboz being a weak boss caved in. Why? Because he wasn’t the one doing thr jobs before. So yeah I will agree with yoh here. We can call him a rookie with the money, but not in totality.

Efe could find himself in such a mess. If marriage catches up with you at thr time that you were not properly grounded you might lose your stability especially if you are coming from a a totally wretched background. Tech innovations need money. Money for data could be a problem on its own while you still saddle the responsibility of your family.

Nosas part I can’t blame Her about her lifestyle that changed. But I can blame her that she sent her man to the hand of another woman. To me, it was the money that still caused this. Many people function well as a couple in poverty than riches. However, she also went ahead to dig the fam doctor. It means she’s not who she pretended to be.

The lesson was clear. Efe was jailed. NOSA WAS KILLED AND Teacher was hanged by some angry protégés.

So what way would have wanted thr movie to go ? It’s a good work afterall.

How was nosa killer??

Na monkey be the title.. animal bruh.. u want animals to act as humans then blame obi

Bros, I don watch am.
Na the last episode I dey now. Normally I don't watch Nigeria movie but this one was superb

ezra1990:
Lol...you wey never watch am finish...you dey whine?

femi4:
To many unrealistic scenes just like king of boys

The teacher's character should have been systematically developed to show historical relationship with Oboz

Exactly my thought.
You can't just show up from no where and demanding for cuts. No ties, no connections, no history.

Bigchris01:
You are the true movie reviewer not the wack critics the author of this post dropped, a man can have tech skills without money to develop his ideas he won’t excel, even the Oboz he was talking about is a typical character for how Yahoo boys behave and the lifestyle is not far from it, I have seen some Sapele boys with the character of a teacher in real life so everything inputed in that movie is 💯% if them tell to write script for another movie wey dope pass this one I bet he can’t 😂🤣😂

I hate criticizing other peoples hard work and I don’t like it when someone else does the same.

No mind that guy. him just dey yarn dust.
All the Actors killed their roles,especially Oboz and Efe.
I was even happy to see Stella Damascus again.
The movie portrays the kind of society we live in. You have no say until you have money.

The part that cut my heart is
" Make me something with plenty of Tozzo( toes)"
So we really have some flesh eaters among us.

I mean cannibals.

God help us.

flexyrule:
OP
You must be very generous in real life for giving the movie 7/10.

It's a 5/10!

First first , too many failed assassinations..

From the moment I saw Efe jumping up and down with a laptop trying to make a living, I knew he would end up in fraud.

When the guys at the restaurant were talking very loudly, my mind went straight to Gee Boys and my guess was... This guy fit be Efe friend from way back.

The truth is, if you have been watching very good movies for decades, it won't be difficult for you to figure out their next move.

Well, since it's a Nollywood movie, you have to write a script that the audience can follow and understand.

The cinematography was great. Acting was good. But the storyline had a lot of flaws.

5/10

Thank you.

They copied some aspects of the movie from scarface.

kingthreat:
Straw as in really? That movie was depressing and should be rated one of Tyler Perry's worst. So unrealistic and disjointed.

I feel you Chief...!

I didn't mean Straw was great or high quality. Not in the least.

I was referring to the hype and sheer amount of views and commentaries on it, not to mention the generated buzz... It was immense!

It was practically impossible to open social media without a post or hot take about the movie thrown in your face, especially by ladies.

Basic123:
The most useless overhyped movie I have ever seen.

Why did teacher abandoned OBOZ and started attacking EFE instead


What stops EFE from relocating his family members abroad?

What caused the fight between EFE and his WIFE was so unreasonable considering the bond between them.


The who story line was very UNREALISTIC AND UNPRACTICAL

He attacked both on same day...Efes kid on her birthday and oboz on his way home on same day in his G- guard

I love the soundtracks used. At least one of those soundtracks should get nominations.

The introduction of Obozu was interesting. He nailed the “young money” hot guy character wella.

liveyourlife007:
What do you mean that they didn't condemn the crime in the movie.

What about the arrest of Efemini?
With that corrupt officer at the hanger?

You also mentioned that Efe had nothing to do with Killing teachers granddaughter.

he's oboz partner, so whether he was aware of the hit or not is not a justification for his innocence. He's an accomplice.

For example in Power, Any decision made by Ghost is not him alone, Tommy is also part of such decision.

It’s obvious the Op is the one that lost touch with reality of how things like that work

For me greed kill all of them apart from efe, as for woman u don't chase ur husband out of his home.

He came home cos he respected her, but she act otherwise. A wise woman will not do such.

The movie is nice as for teacher an old taker he deserve his due cos he opened their eye cos something like this can happen.

Oboz is too greedy to find a common ground with him, even when efe insisted.

I only fault efe for betrayal to oboz yet he has to protect his family.

Onlinegist:
TO KILL A MONKEY: Great Film, But I Have Reservations. After all the hype and well deserved applause for "To Kill a Monkey", I still have some reservations. Yes, the movie was great, from the acting to the cinematography, but certain aspects of the storyline lost touch with reality.

First off, the character "Teacher" was unnecessary. He contributed nothing meaningful to the plot. The whole fight between Teacher and Oboz felt forced, especially Efe’s involvement. Efe had no connection to Teacher, yet the script tried to insert him into a conflict that wasn’t his. That angle was weak.

You think that Teacher would not have done his homework properly before using the tactic he used on Efe and Oboz?
Efe was a man who loved his family so much and could do anything to provide and save them, that was even the reason he joined bad gang in the first place because his wife made him feel as if he was lazy and was not ready to improve their living condition by rejecting the “job” offer from Oboz

So Teacher had to use the same weak point to get Efe, he knew that Efe in a bid to save his family would put pressure on Oboz to yield to Teacher’s demand!

Secondly, Efe was portrayed as a tech expert and developer, yet he came off as dull. How can someone with the skills to build such a powerful app be that broke and clueless? No real life developer with that level of innovation would still be that hungry and wrecked.

If you’re lucky to have people around that can help you, don’t say those who don’t are lazy!

Thirdly, Oboz didn’t embody the traits of a real mafia boss. He bragged too much, talked loosely, and chased women without class. True underworld leaders move in silence, protect their presence, and don’t get disrespected by women like Amanda in front of their boys.

He was not a mafia, he was a cultist turned thug and Yahoo boy

Letting Efe into the inner circle without proper initiation (vetting) only confirmed how unserious Oboz was. Efe asking Oboz, who owned the structure, for 50% just so he could sit back and collect money was peak greed and entitlement. That was an obvious red flag that Oboz was too blind to see, simply because he himself is an idiot.

Efe once saved his life and that was the soft spot he had for Efe!

If you have been making thousands and someone is about to start making you millions using his own brain, he’s not greedy if he asks for 50/50 initial sharing formula esp if he’s your former trusted ally

Efe’s wife, Nosa, in my opinion, did nothing wrong. Yes, she messed up and lost herself when the illegal money finally came, but she wasn’t the problem, Efe was. He lacked principles and backbone. A woman cannot push a man of integrity into crime.

A responsible man with conscience and empathy who has been writhing in poverty and watching his beloved family suffer and he himself being rejected while trying to get legit job, sexually abused by his female boss would do anything possible to help himself as long as he’s not killing people. Don’t pray to be in his shoes

And let’s be honest, 90% of women would do exactly what Nosa did if they saw that opportunity. Her reaction was predictable; Efe’s weakness was the real problem.

Having a good heart and loving someone wholeheartedly is not a weakness. The weak one is the one who takes advantage of someone’s love and selflessness!

liveyourlife007:
What do you mean that they didn't condemn the crime in the movie.

What about the arrest of Efemini?
With that corrupt officer at the hanger?

You also mentioned that Efe had nothing to do with Killing teachers granddaughter.

he's oboz partner, so whether he was aware of the hit or not is not a justification for his innocence. He's an accomplice.

For example in Power, Any decision made by Ghost is not him alone, Tommy is also part of such decision.

U sure say him watch the movie finish before coming on nairaland dey do analyst?

Shaketable:
U sure say him watch the movie finish before coming on nairaland dey do analyst?

It's obvious someone narrated the storyline to him.
But him no calm down listen finish.

I won't agree to this.

The movie truly condemn crime, the lost of life, arrest, killing Teacher, doing jail etc.

My only problem was that Efe didn't truly live his potential in the movie, but again, that was the writers attempt to condemn fraud.

I regretted wasting my time watching this movie.
This series was all about people making foolish decisions from start till the end.
No twist
No individual brilliance
Too many lead characters
The op is so correct on this review.
Despite efe's travails, he holds the card for oboz to beg him to the table, not the other way round because an app developer like efe is what these street guys source for.
Efe lost nothing relevant to give up oboz to teacher just like that, he wasn't even having the best of marriage.
Oboz was the only one who gave the movie a touch of sophistication but went down too easily to an old taker we don't even know his prowess .
Oboz graduated from uniben yet he was portrayed as an illiterate

The John Wick series was successful not because of the fights and gun battles but because of developed quest for revenge, the characters and consequences binding in the continental.
To kill a monkey had Great cinematography and acting but this story blew a great opportunity to stand out.

liveyourlife007:
No mind that guy. him just dey yarn dust.
All the Actors killed their roles,especially Oboz and Efe.
I was even happy to see Stella Damascus again.
The movie portrays the kind of society we live in. You have no say until you have money.

The part that cut my heart is
" Make me something with plenty of Tozzo( toes)"
So we really have some flesh eaters among us.

I mean cannibals.

God help us.

Yes oo they all tried in their various roles, the movie portrayed the kind of society we live in if you don’t have money nothing makes sense to
Anybody in the society except you have money that’s when you have say, of course it happens the cannibal part 😂🤣🤣

Onlinegist:
TO KILL A MONKEY: Great Film, But I Have Reservations. After all the hype and well deserved applause for "To Kill a Monkey", I still have some reservations. Yes, the movie was great, from the acting to the cinematography, but certain aspects of the storyline lost touch with reality.

First off, the character "Teacher" was unnecessary. He contributed nothing meaningful to the plot. The whole fight between Teacher and Oboz felt forced, especially Efe’s involvement. Efe had no connection to Teacher, yet the script tried to insert him into a conflict that wasn’t his. That angle was weak.

Secondly, Efe was portrayed as a tech expert and developer, yet he came off as dull. How can someone with the skills to build such a powerful app be that broke and clueless? No real life developer with that level of innovation would still be that hungry and wrecked.

Thirdly, Oboz didn’t embody the traits of a real mafia boss. He bragged too much, talked loosely, and chased women without class. True underworld leaders move in silence, protect their presence, and don’t get disrespected by women like Amanda in front of their boys.

Letting Efe into the inner circle without proper initiation (vetting) only confirmed how unserious Oboz was. Efe asking Oboz, who owned the structure, for 50% just so he could sit back and collect money was peak greed and entitlement. That was an obvious red flag that Oboz was too blind to see, simply because he himself is an idiot.

Efe’s wife, Nosa, in my opinion, did nothing wrong. Yes, she messed up and lost herself when the illegal money finally came, but she wasn’t the problem, Efe was. He lacked principles and backbone. A woman cannot push a man of integrity into crime. And let’s be honest, 90% of women would do exactly what Nosa did if they saw that opportunity. Her reaction was predictable; Efe’s weakness was the real problem.

Lest I forget, they didn’t condemn the crime in the movie, they ended it like it was just another way to make it. That kind of ending sends a subtle message that crime is a normal or valid route to wealth. And honestly, as much as that’s a flawed message, it also reflects reality. Many of the richest people in the world today didn't exactly take the clean path to success. Still, a film with this kind of reach should’ve done more to spark reflection, not validation.

So while To Kill a Monkey was a great production, the character arcs and certain plot decisions needed more realism and depth. These small flaws kept it from being a truly unforgettable masterpiece.

If I should rate the movie, I would say 7/10, not because it wasn't entertaining, but because certain parts lacked depth, realism, and proper character development.

Trailer

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aLxhNzvqToY?si=a_Pul7BuNskLyDaG

Your review is totally flawed. Those things you complained about weren't even issues. You didn't even point out the real errors