Somalinimo
“A love letter to Somali culture, blackness, and Islam at Cambridge University.”
Synopsis
As students return to universities around the world, four British-Somali students talk about navigating one of Britain's most elite institutions: Cambridge University. Their identity is rooted in Somalinimo ('the essence of being Somali') and in this love letter to Somali culture, blackness, and Islam, they reflect on both belonging and marginalization. The women discuss conflicts with their parents, the sense of solidarity they have built at Cambridge, and the legacy they are creating for the next generation of British-Somalis. They give new meaning to an old Somali proverb: 'Clothing that is not yours cannot shelter you from the cold.'
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Alice Aedy
- Screenplay & Story
- Awa Farah
- Original Title
- Somalinimo
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 18m
- Production Studios
- Doc Society
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Alice Aedy
Awa Farah
Molly Manning Walker
Jamie Kataky
Nikola Vasakova, Awa Farah, Lisa Marie Russo, Julie Vergez, Chloe Abrahams
Department Leadership Roster
Awa Farah
Writer
Alice Aedy
Director
Alexandra Toomey
Production Design
Jamie Kataky
Editor
Awa Farah
Producer
Julie Vergez
Producer
Chloe Abrahams
Producer
Molly Manning Walker
Director of Photography
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Somalinimo.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Somalinimo
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Somalinimo about?
As students return to universities around the world, four British-Somali students talk about navigating one of Britain's most elite institutions: Cambridge University. Their identity is rooted in Somalinimo ('the essence of being Somali') and in this love letter to Somali culture, blackness, and Islam, they reflect on both belonging and marginalization. The women discuss conflicts with their parents, the sense of solidarity they have built at Cambridge, and the legacy they are creating for the next generation of British-Somalis. They give new meaning to an old Somali proverb: 'Clothing that is not yours cannot shelter you from the cold.'
Who directed Somalinimo?
Somalinimo was directed by Alice Aedy.
Who stars in Somalinimo?
The principal cast of Somalinimo includes Not specified.
When was Somalinimo released and how long is it?
Somalinimo was released in 2020 with a total runtime of 18m.