Synopsis
After being bullied and wrongly accused of being a witch , Anuli a young girl travel back to the past to confront her fears by opening old wounds as her past experience interferes with her marriage and relationships with others .
Our Review
Cry me awake by Smart EDIKAN will remain a hauntingly beautiful and thought-provoking film. Its themes of trauma and self-discovery resonate deeply, even if its conclusion leaves more questions than answers.
The performances are outstanding, particularly from the lead actors Daniel Abua and Chinenye Ruth Ulaegbu.
Cinematographically, the film is stunning. The use of muted colors in Anuli’s present contrasts with the rich, almost surreal tones of the past, visually marking her emotional and psychological shifts.
Credits
Smart EDIKAN
Director
Ama Writes
Writer
Chinenye Ruth Ulaegbu
Producer
International Award winning actress
Chinenye Ruth Ulaegbu
Key Cast
"Anuli "
Lead
Daniel Abua
Key Cast
"Philip "
Male lead
Chelsea Dera
Key Cast
"Anuli jnr"
Sub-lead
Echelom Mbadiwe
Key Cast
"Diana "
Princess Obuseh
Key Cast
"Gloria "
Sir Chris Akwarandu
Key Cast
"Vice principal "
Frances Nwabunike
Key Cast
"Shola "
Amara Nnanna
Key Cast
"Cecelia "
Tracy Dera
Key Cast
"Jemima "
Ifeoma Doris Obinwa
Key Cast
"Joy "
Winnie Jude
Key Cast
"Uduak"
Specifications
Project Type:
Short
Runtime:
30 minutes
Completion Date:
May 25, 2024
Production Budget:
5,000 USD
Country of Origin:
Nigeria
Country of Filming:
Nigeria
Language:
English
Shooting Format:
Sony
Film Color:
Color
First-time Filmmaker:
Yes
Student Project:
No
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