Project Detail

Exile

Synopsis

Exile is an intimate look at identity through the eyes of a young British Nigerian woman. It interweaves contemporary dance inspired by African masquerade, and documentary footage from Senegal, Mali, Niger, and Nigeria to give a distinct and personal narrative.

Details

Year
2009
Type of project
Shorts
Running time
25 mins (approx)
Format
Mini DV PAL
Director
Abi Ighodaro
Producer
Abi Ighodaro
Editor
Talal Al - Muhanna
Screenwriter
Abi Ighodaro
Sound
Enda Gretchen
Composer
Esosa Ighodaro
Principal cast
(Narrator) Sarah Mujinya, (Dancer) Abi Ighodaro

Production Status

Production Company

Abi Ighodaro Studio

abiighodaro@gmail.com

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