Nigerian film shot at Assington Autos scrapyard in Suffolk

Jide Awobona, from Nigeria, has been recording parts of his new film at Assington Autos scrapyard near Sudbury. 

Although he was unable to give too many details about the production away Awobona said the film is a cross-culture film and it is a story about a Nigerian who travels to the UK due to the problems his father was having back home. 

"The audience will really enjoy it," he added.

Jide Awobona on the set at Assington Autos (Image: Contributed)

"It is an envision of comedy, gangsta and tradegy. It is going to have a strong emotional appeal and people can connect with the film.

"Being in Suffolk was a very nice experience and it was the first time I have ever filmed in a scrapyard and I have never seen anything like it before. 

"Most people wouldn't alow people to come and record a film but it shows they (Assington Autos) really understand the value of movie production and how we are trying to tell a story, so I really give kudos to the owners of the scrapyard and especially Daniel Collins the operations and communications manager."

Filming taking place at Assington Autos near Sudbury (Image: Contributed)

Awobona, who is best knwon for his role in Jenifa's Diary a Nigerian sitcom, said the team at Assington Autos were very accommodating and helpful with the production of the film. 

No release date has been issued for the film, which is being produced by Wanzami Entertainment. 

However Awobona said the crew are currently in the post-production stage of editing the film and is hoping more information will be released by the end of the year.