Faded Lines is a simple yet engaging Nollywood movie that features good performances from Lota Chukwu and Jimi Odukoya, who play Sharon and Femi, respectively. Tana Adelana also stars as Kay, a character who is on a mission to convince Sharon to return to their old lives as "Rose Girls" (the American translation being "Gold Diggers").
The story starts with Sharon surprising Femi by returning home after receiving a training certificate and jumping into his arms. The heartfelt dialogue between the two is touching. They are in love. It's sweet, but the movie does have some faults, such as showing unimportant scenes for too long, like Femi making breakfast.
As the story unfolds, Femi discovers Kay's plans to entice Sharon back to their old lives, and sets up a fake account to test Sharon's faithfulness. While the movie's ending may feel like a cop-out, I still enjoyed the movie overall. The small cast and few sets used in the film make it feel almost like a play.
However, one thing that stands out is the repeated mention that Femi has no money and the apartment is lice-infested, even though Femi is gainfully employed and the apartment is nice by any standards. There is no subplot about Femi needing money for anything other than fixing his car. Also, Sharon is not working, and spends most of her time going along with Kay's schemes, despite mentioning trying to find a job.
Thematically, Faded Lines touches on the dangers of materialism and the importance of loyalty in relationships. The film also highlights the struggles of young people trying to make a living in a difficult economy. Overall, the movie serves as a cautionary tale about the perils of succumbing to the allure of a superficial lifestyle at the expense of true love and integrity.
Overall, Faded Lines is a great example of how Nollywood can do so much with so little. Despite some minor flaws, it's an enjoyable watch, and the performances are definitely worth watching.
