Famend Nigerian filmmaker, storyteller, and impression producer, Ujuaku Nwakalor-Akukwe, is about to make a profound impression in Mathare, an inner-city neighborhood in Nairobi, with the screening of her groundbreaking movie, Afia Assault.
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Afia Assault gives a poignant portrayal of the sacrifices made by ladies in the course of the Biafran Battle, shedding gentle on the unsung heroes who risked all the pieces to make sure the survival of their households. The movie, a testomony to braveness and endurance, resonates deeply with communities like Mathare, the place survival typically hinges on extraordinary acts of energy and selflessness.
As an impression producer, Ujuaku Akukwe has devoted her work to making sure that her tales do greater than entertain—they ignite conversations, foster empathy, and encourage motion.
The screening of Afia Assault isn’t just a creative showcase however a name to motion. It supplies a platform for significant conversations about resilience, sacrifice, and the pivotal position of ladies in historical past and society. Following the movie, Ujuaku Akukwe will interact the viewers in a post-screening dialogue, providing insights into the themes of the movie and their relevance to up to date struggles and triumphs.
Talking concerning the impression of her work, Ujuaku Akukwe remarked:“As an impression producer, I see Afia Assault as greater than a movie; it’s a dialog starter, a bridge between the previous and current. Bringing this story to Mathare is a chance to have fun the resilience of ladies and amplify their voices in a world that usually overlooks them.”
Along with the screening, Akukwe will be part of award-winning filmmaker Ike Nnaebue in a panel dialogue titled “Re-Think about: The Way forward for African Storytelling.” Collectively, they are going to discover the evolving position of storytelling in preserving tradition, driving social change, and constructing connections throughout various communities.
Via her work as a filmmaker and impression producer, Ujuaku Akukwe continues to shine a lightweight on ignored narratives, making certain that African tales not solely resonate however depart a long-lasting impression on audiences worldwide.
