Food for the Soul
“Love never tasted so good.”
Synopsis
A first-generation Nigerian American and her Black American partner must decide between being true to themselves or trying to live up to their families’ expectations.
Top Cast
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Release History & Theatrical Window
BlackStar Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Chisom Chieke
- Screenplay & Story
- Chisom Chieke
- Original Score
- Jamal Whitaker, Kareem James, Marcus Ash, Chimzy, Meer Colon
- Original Title
- Food for the Soul
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 18m
- Production Studios
- Studio Ànyí
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Chisom Chieke
Chisom Chieke
Jamal Whitaker, Kareem James, Marcus Ash, Chimzy, Meer Colon
Wren Rene
Sarah Krusen
Chisom Chieke, Karen Obilom, Justice A. Whitaker, Brigid Des-Ogugua, Camille Shaiyen
Department Leadership Roster
Chisom Chieke
Director
Chisom Chieke
Writer
Chisom Chieke
Producer
Karen Obilom
Producer
Justice A. Whitaker
Producer
Wren Rene
Director of Photography
Brigid Des-Ogugua
Producer
Camille Shaiyen
Producer
Richard Mofe-Damijo
Producer
Sarah Krusen
Editor
Jai Monee'
Production Design
Jamal Whitaker
Original Music Composer
Kareem James
Original Music Composer
Marcus Ash
Original Music Composer
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Food for the Soul
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Food for the Soul about?
A first-generation Nigerian American and her Black American partner must decide between being true to themselves or trying to live up to their families’ expectations.
Who directed Food for the Soul?
Food for the Soul was directed by Chisom Chieke.
Who stars in Food for the Soul?
The principal cast of Food for the Soul includes Karen Obilom, Marcus Scribner, Richard Mofe-Damijo, Tristan Santana, Joy Hodge.
When was Food for the Soul released and how long is it?
Food for the Soul was released in 2025 with a total runtime of 18m.
Who composed the musical score for Food for the Soul?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Food for the Soul was composed by Jamal Whitaker, Kareem James, Marcus Ash, Chimzy, Meer Colon.