Dreamers
“Freedom is elusive, love is eternal.”
Synopsis
After living undocumented in the UK for two years, Nigerian migrant Isio is caught and sent to the Hatchworth Removal Centre. She hopes for a fair asylum hearing and is convinced that, as long as she strictly follows the rules, she will be released – even if her charismatic new roommate Farah tells her this is a naive mistake.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Official Trailer UK & IrelandOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2025-10-21
Top Cast
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Ronkẹ Adékoluẹjo
Isio
Harriet Webb
Holly
Ann Akinjirin
Farah
Diana Yekinni
Nana
Aiysha Hart
Atefeh
Lucy Ware
Becs
Marcy Dolapo Oni
Afia
Kemi Adekoya
Grace
Antonia Layiwola
Dolapo
Sia Kiwa
The Masquerade
Damola Adelaja
David Fatunle
Jamie Bacon
James
Kerry Howard
Lisa
Laurence Saunders
Guard
Cornelia Colman
Lead Singer
Luyanda Unati Lewis-Nyawo
Nisma
Mat Ruttle
Electrician
Ola Labib
Detainee
Release History & Theatrical Window
Melbourne Queer Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Joy Gharoro-Akpojotor
- Screenplay & Story
- Joy Gharoro-Akpojotor
- Original Score
- Ré Olunuga
- Original Title
- Dreamers
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 19m
- Production Studios
- BBC Film, Quiddity Films, Finite Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Joy Gharoro-Akpojotor
Joy Gharoro-Akpojotor
Ré Olunuga
Anna Patarakina
Arttu Salmi
Emily Morgan, Joy Gharoro-Akpojotor, Amy Gardner, Edirinverere Gharoro, Claudia Yusef
Department Leadership Roster
Joy Gharoro-Akpojotor
Director
Joy Gharoro-Akpojotor
Writer
Emily Morgan
Producer
Arttu Salmi
Editor
Anna Patarakina
Director of Photography
Gini Godwin
Production Design
Cynthia Lawrence-John
Costume Design
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
Sexualized Violence • Violence • Discrimination
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dreamers
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What is Dreamers about?
After living undocumented in the UK for two years, Nigerian migrant Isio is caught and sent to the Hatchworth Removal Centre. She hopes for a fair asylum hearing and is convinced that, as long as she strictly follows the rules, she will be released – even if her charismatic new roommate Farah tells her this is a naive mistake.
Who directed Dreamers?
Dreamers was directed by Joy Gharoro-Akpojotor.
Who stars in Dreamers?
The principal cast of Dreamers includes Ronkẹ Adékoluẹjo, Harriet Webb, Ann Akinjirin, Diana Yekinni, Aiysha Hart.
When was Dreamers released and how long is it?
Dreamers was released in 2025 with a total runtime of 1h 19m.
Who composed the musical score for Dreamers?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Dreamers was composed by Ré Olunuga.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Dreamers?
Dreamers holds official age classifications: DE: 12 (FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.).