2023 | United States | Short

Chidera

  • English - 18 mins
  • Director | Sope Aluko, Adaora Nwandu-Earl
  • Writer | Sope Aluko, Shola Dada
  • Producer | Sope Aluko

STATUS: Released

This film is currently not available.   

Inspired by a true story, Chidera (igbo meaning: "what God has destined) is an “ezenwa” meaning she was born with "dada" hair signifying she is a direct descendant of the mighty goddess of Atai - a powerful linage of women of the Ani tribe in Africa. From birth she was bound to a lifelong oath to a higher calling, but as the traditional ceremony looms she struggles to choose between her destiny and the freedom she craves.

Chidera True story Inspired Igbo Ezenwa Dada hair Goddess Ani tribe Africa Oath Destiny Freedom short film