I watched Afamefuna on netflix two days ago, and it really got to me....the small details made it feel so real .

One thing that stood out right away was how they handled language...In the shop scenes, when it's just the apprentices together, they speak mostly in Igbo quick, natural, with jokes and Pidgin was obviously included because if they hadn't it wouldn't have felt like an authentic Nigerian movie. There's this one moment where one of the guys is talking to a customer and throws in perfect Yoruba phrases it felt exactly like how people actually talk in Lagos markets. It wasn't forced.. it showed real life without trying too hard.

Another thing that also caught my attention was the way the characters were dressed. When young Afamefuna first arrives, he's in simple village clothes a plain shirt and shorts that make him look like the new boy who's just starting out...this is to show the audience that yes afamefuna is from a poor background and is looking for ways to make a name for him self. As time passes and he grows in the system, his outfits get neater and better ,cleaner shirts, proper trousers, and eventually the traditional cap that shows he's made it in life.

I also liked how Paulo shows Afamefuna the ropes of trading. There's this scene where Paulo takes him through selling ...how to talk to customers, charm them, close the deal with confidence. It's full of energy, teasing, and little tips that feel so spot on for anyone who's seen Igbo traders in action...they are always so agile because they want to make money sharp sharp .Paulo's sweet talk and quick moves make the apprenticeship come alive you can tell it's not just work, but a skill passed down.

The movie....It's not perfect some parts moved a bit slow, and I wanted to see more from the women but overall, i liked the movie and it showed how hard work can really change things. I'll probably watch it again sometime!