Loving Daniella (2019)

A Nollywood romance drama testing the true limits of unconditional love when mental illness enters the picture.

Loving Daniella - Movie Information

  • Original Title: Loving Daniella
  • Release Year: 2019
  • Directed by: Ike Nnaebue
  • Type: Movie
  • Genres: Drama
  • Runtime: 1h 20m
  • Original Language: English
  • Spoken Languages: English
  • Release Date (Theatrical): February 8, 2019 (Nigeria)
  • Production Companies: Uddy Udoh Films, Yessab Films, Proascella Films

Loving Daniella - Plot

Efe and Daniella's marriage is a profoundly unique union that exhibits the perfect example of "unconditional love" or does it? Daniella is a beautifully alluring young woman who has a borderline mental condition that subjects her to frequent episodes which makes her behave like a 7yr old child. Filmed on locations in Lagos (Nigeria) Las Vegas (USA) and Antigua (Caribbean Island); this is a fascinating tale of romance, love, passion and of a couple's struggles with an "embarrassing" mental illness.

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Loving Daniella - Cast & Crew

Director(s)

  • Ike Nnaebue

Main Cast

  • Blossom Chukwujekwu
  • Theresa Edem
  • Alexx Ekubo
  • Joseph Benjamin
  • Jide Kosoko
  • Omar Mathurin
  • Rachael Oniga

Writers

  • Ike Nnaebue

Producers

  • Bassey Essien
  • Uddy Udoh

Loving Daniella - FAQs

Where can you watch Loving Daniella online?

Loving Daniella is available to stream online. You can check current streaming availability, rental, and purchase options for your region by visiting JustWatch, which lists all platforms currently offering the film.

What is Loving Daniella about?

Loving Daniella follows Efe and Daniella, a married couple navigating a unique and challenging relationship. Daniella has a borderline mental condition that causes her to behave like a seven-year-old child. The film explores unconditional love, romance, and the emotional toll of living with mental illness.

Who are the main actors in Loving Daniella?

The film stars Blossom Chukwujekwu as Efe and Theresa Edem as Daniella in the lead roles. The supporting cast includes Alexx Ekubo, Joseph Benjamin, Jide Kosoko, Omar Mathurin, and veteran actress Rachael Oniga.

Is Loving Daniella based on a true story?

Loving Daniella does not appear to be based on a specific true story. It is an original dramatic narrative written and directed by Ike Nnaebue, crafted to explore themes of unconditional love and the realities of living alongside a partner with a mental health condition.

Who directed and wrote Loving Daniella?

Loving Daniella was both written and directed by Ike Nnaebue. He also served as the film's editor, making him a central creative force behind the production. The film was produced by Bassey Essien and Uddy Udoh under Uddy Udoh Films, Yessab Films, and Proascella Films.

When was Loving Daniella released?

Loving Daniella was released on February 8, 2019, in Nigeria. The film was produced by Nigerian production companies and shot on location across multiple countries, including Nigeria, the United States, and the Caribbean island of Antigua.

Where was Loving Daniella filmed?

Loving Daniella was filmed across three distinct international locations: Lagos, Nigeria; Las Vegas, United States; and Antigua in the Caribbean. This multi-country production gives the film a visually diverse backdrop that contrasts with its intimate emotional story.

What are movies similar to Loving Daniella?

If you enjoyed Loving Daniella, you might also like Dying Young (1991), Antonia's Line (1995), Gone with the Wind (1939), Colors of Wind (2018), and Suddenly, Love (1978). These films share themes of devoted romance, emotional struggle, and complex interpersonal relationships.

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