Hope is a Word
Synopsis
In Nigeria's Niger Delta, where oil extraction has poisoned the land for decades, poet and activist Nnimmo Bassey nurtures a new generation of writers to fight back.
Release History & Theatrical Window
Sheffield DocFest
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Maria Galliani Dyrvik
- Original Title
- Hope is a Word
- Country of Origin
- Norway, Italy, Nigeria
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 22m
- Production Studios
- Zuri24 Media
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Maria Galliani Dyrvik
Anita Jonsterhaug Vedå, Allen Onyige
Federico Neri
Femi Odugbemi, Chiara Andrich, Anita Jonsterhaug Vedå
Department Leadership Roster
Maria Galliani Dyrvik
Director
Anita Jonsterhaug Vedå
Producer
Anita Jonsterhaug Vedå
Director of Photography
Allen Onyige
Director of Photography
Federico Neri
Editor
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Suitable only for adults 18 years and over.
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Hope is a Word.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Hope is a Word
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What is Hope is a Word about?
In Nigeria's Niger Delta, where oil extraction has poisoned the land for decades, poet and activist Nnimmo Bassey nurtures a new generation of writers to fight back.
Who directed Hope is a Word?
Hope is a Word was directed by Maria Galliani Dyrvik.
Who stars in Hope is a Word?
The principal cast of Hope is a Word includes Not specified.
When was Hope is a Word released and how long is it?
Hope is a Word was released in 2026 with a total runtime of 1h 22m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Hope is a Word?
Hope is a Word holds official age classifications: GB: 18 (Suitable only for adults 18 years and over.).