Shades of Survival
Synopsis
Set against the backdrop of three continents, "Shades of Survival" explores the lives of Black women in Africa, the UK, and the USA who have battled breast cancer. With stunning camera work and deeply personal interviews, the film explores the inequities that persist in their fight-across every step of their journey. The documentary offers a stark look at the health care systems that too often fail Black women, while celebrating the courage of those who advocate for change. Blending personal stories, expert insights, and creative performance, "Shades of Survival" is a powerful narrative of survival, community, and the ongoing struggle for health care equity.
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Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
$85
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
Pending
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- David Ayeni
- Screenplay & Story
- David Ayeni, Hilarie Moore
- Original Title
- Shades of Survival
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 35m
- Production Budget
- $85
- Production Studios
- Black Rhino Creative
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
David Ayeni
David Ayeni, Hilarie Moore
David Ayeni
David Ayeni, Victoria Ekanoye, Hilarie Moore
Department Leadership Roster
David Ayeni
Director
David Ayeni
Writer
Hilarie Moore
Writer
David Ayeni
Producer
Hilarie Moore
Producer
David Ayeni
Editor
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Parental Guidance — Unlikely to upset children 8 and older.
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Shades of Survival
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Shades of Survival about?
Set against the backdrop of three continents, "Shades of Survival" explores the lives of Black women in Africa, the UK, and the USA who have battled breast cancer. With stunning camera work and deeply personal interviews, the film explores the inequities that persist in their fight-across every step of their journey. The documentary offers a stark look at the health care systems that too often fail Black women, while celebrating the courage of those who advocate for change. Blending personal stories, expert insights, and creative performance, "Shades of Survival" is a powerful narrative of survival, community, and the ongoing struggle for health care equity.
Who directed Shades of Survival?
Shades of Survival was directed by David Ayeni.
Who stars in Shades of Survival?
The principal cast of Shades of Survival includes Victoria Ekanoye, Tina Mba, Lesedi Job.
When was Shades of Survival released and how long is it?
Shades of Survival was released in 2025 with a total runtime of 1h 35m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Shades of Survival?
Shades of Survival holds official age classifications: GB: PG (Parental Guidance — Unlikely to upset children 8 and older.).