Lioness of Lisabi
Synopsis
Set in 1940s Nigeria, capturing the struggles of a young African girl. Funmi precariously straddles the different worlds of modernity and tradition. When Funmi's mother, a powerful market woman, insists on sending her to England for an education, Funmi goes reluctantly, knowing that the patriarchal traditions at home continue to oppress the market women. With the help of a strange African American angel, Funmi returns with the confidence of an educated young woman. But she soon finds that, even though she has changed, the oppression has remained the same. The film culminates in the moment when Funmi finally and fully faces the old challenges.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Vlady Oszkiel
- Screenplay & Story
- Stephanie Shonekan
- Original Score
- Víctor Hernández Stumpfhauser
- Original Title
- Lioness of Lisabi
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 28m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Vlady Oszkiel
Stephanie Shonekan
Víctor Hernández Stumpfhauser
Dylan Kimbrell
Stephanie Shonekan
Department Leadership Roster
Vlady Oszkiel
Director
Stephanie Shonekan
Producer
Stephanie Shonekan
Writer
Dylan Kimbrell
Editor
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Frequently Asked Questions About Lioness of Lisabi
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What is Lioness of Lisabi about?
Set in 1940s Nigeria, capturing the struggles of a young African girl. Funmi precariously straddles the different worlds of modernity and tradition. When Funmi's mother, a powerful market woman, insists on sending her to England for an education, Funmi goes reluctantly, knowing that the patriarchal traditions at home continue to oppress the market women. With the help of a strange African American angel, Funmi returns with the confidence of an educated young woman. But she soon finds that, even though she has changed, the oppression has remained the same. The film culminates in the moment when Funmi finally and fully faces the old challenges.
Who directed Lioness of Lisabi?
Lioness of Lisabi was directed by Vlady Oszkiel.
Who stars in Lioness of Lisabi?
The principal cast of Lioness of Lisabi includes Anita Kavuu, Alana Arenas, Bibi Lebechi, Warren Levon, Charlette Speigner.
When was Lioness of Lisabi released and how long is it?
Lioness of Lisabi was released in the theatrical window with a total runtime of 28m.
Who composed the musical score for Lioness of Lisabi?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Lioness of Lisabi was composed by Víctor Hernández Stumpfhauser.