Ashanti

In the midst of the Nigerian Civil War, a wealthy Lebanese businessman, an oil magnate, finds himself entangled in a dangerous operation. His estranged son, a doctor, is kidnapped by slave traders who plan to sell him into the Middle East. Determined to rescue his son, the businessman enlists the help of a pilot and embarks on a perilous journey across Africa.

Ashanti received a mixed reception from critics, with some praising its ambitious scope and action sequences, while others criticized its convoluted plot and occasionally exploitative themes. Audiences were divided, with some appreciating the adventure elements and star power, while others found the film to be uneven and dated.

• Praised for its exotic locations and thrilling chase sequences.

• Criticized for a predictable plot and underdeveloped characters.

• Seen as a somewhat dated representation of adventure films.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce, but general sentiment suggests a film that offered some excitement but lacked depth and originality.

The film was shot on location in Israel and Kenya, doubling for West Africa, due to the political situation and logistical challenges in filming in actual Nigerian locations during the period it was set.