Nawi
- 103 min
- Kenya, Tyskland
- Society
- 9
"I am 8 camels, 60 sheep, and 100 goats. No more, no less."
Nawi tells a gripping story about the struggle between tradition and hope. The film follows 14-year-old Nawi, an ambitious girl from Kenya who dreams of starting high school. She is the top student in her class, but her dreams are threatened when she discovers that her father has promised her in marriage to an older man in exchange for livestock.
Read moreNawi’s courage and determination drive the film. She refuses to let go of her ambition for education, despite facing resistance from both her family and society. Her story is both heartbreaking and inspiring, portraying love, hope, and resilience in the face of oppressive traditions.
Nawi is a visually stunning work, with natural cinematography that captures both the beauty and complexity of the Kenyan landscape. Michelle Lemuya Ikeny delivers a deeply moving performance, bringing to life a character that reflects the dreams of many African girls. More than just a film, Nawi is a powerful reminder of the injustices young women still face and a significant contribution to African cinema.
Information
| Original title | Nawi | |
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| Director | Vallentine Chelluget Apuu Mourine Kevin Schmutzler Tobias Schmutzler |
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| Year | 2024 | |
| Length | 103 min | |
| Country | Kenya, Tyskland | |
| Language | Swahili, engelsk | |
| Subtitles | Engelsk | |
| Cast | Michelle Lemuya Ikeny, Joel Liwan |
