Overcomer

Production Country: UK
Running Time: 11mins
Year: 2024

Overcomer follows Toni, a perfectionist battling inner insecurities as she prepares for a crucial job interview. Behind a polished exterior, she conceals scars—both physical and emotional. As pressures mount, Toni confronts her vulnerabilities, ultimately embracing her true self.

FILM CREW:
Director: Olawale Adetula
Producer: Andre Wooz
Exec Producer: Olawale Adetula, Daniel Aideyan, Gbemi Olateru-Olagbegi
Writer: Olawale Adetula
DOP: Fola Abatan
Editor: Michal Zak
Sound Design: Jan Sigsworth
Composer: Tobias Young
Production Design: Joe Monroe
Costume Design: Natalie Ruvimbo
Hair & Makeup: Milena Watts
VFX: Asad Naveed

Cast: Tinovimbanashe Sibanda, Kemi Adekoya


FESTIVALS:
LightReel Film Festival June 2025
Wolverhampton Film Festival April 2025
Seattle Black Film Festival April 2025
Halifax Black Film Festival February 2025
African International Film Festival (AFRIFF) November 2024