Tomorrow Theater is honored to present My Father’s Shadow, the acclaimed debut feature from director Akinola Davies Jr. that made history in 2025 as the first Nigerian‑backed film to premiere at the Cannes Film Festival’s official selection.
Set on June 12, 1993, the day of a fraught national election, the film follows a father and his two sons as they traverse the sprawling city of Lagos amid political unrest. Over the course of a single, pivotal day, the boys get a rare glimpse into their father’s struggles, hopes, and the harsh realities of providing for his family.
Shot on 16mm film, My Father’s Shadow is at once a love letter to Lagos, its vibrant energy and beautiful chaos, and a deeply human story about family, memory, and the painful distance forged by absence and longing.