An Indigenous Eco-Critical Analysis of Jagun Jagun
Student: Anthonia Sewuese Moses (Project, 2025)
Department of Theatre and Performing Arts
Bayero University, Kano, Kano State
Abstract
This study analyzes the film, Jagun Jagun through eco-scenography, exploring the link between Yoruba cosmology and ecological awareness in indigenous cinema. It identifies eco-scenographic elements, evaluate their cultural significance, and examine how theses elements such as landscapes, animals, and weather convey ecological themes. The qualitative method was employed, involving detailed scene analysis and both primary and secondary sources. The study, grounded in Indigenous Ecocriticism, the reveals that Jagun Jagun presents nature as an active participant, with trees, animals, water, and weather symbolizing deeper spiritual meanings. The film highlights sustainable production practices and emphasizes the role of Yoruba cosmology in environmental stewardship. The study concludes that, Jagun Jagun promotes ecological awareness while preserving cultural integrity, serving as a model for indigenous and eco-conscious filmmaking.
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Institutions
- Covenant Polytechnic, Aba, Abia State 1
- Covenant University, Canaan Land, Ota, Ogun State 4
- Crawford University of Apostolic Faith Mission Faith City, Igbesa, Ogun State 2
- Crescent University, Abeokuta, Ogun State 1
- Cross Rivers University of Technology, Calabar, Cross Rivers State 147
- Delta State Polytechnic, Ogwashi-Uku, Delta State 14
- Delta State Polytechnic, Otefe, Delta State 13
- Delta State University, Abraka, Delta State 144
- Ebonyi State University, Abakaliki, Ebonyi State 18
- Edo University, Iyamho, Edo State 11