Dry (2014 film)
2014 Nigerian film
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| Directed by | Stephanie Linus |
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| Written by | Stephanie Linus |
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| Produced by | Stephanie Linus |
| Starring | Stephanie Linus, Liz Benson, William McNamara |
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Dry is a 2014 Nigerian drama film directed by Stephanie Linus. The film addresses the issue of vesicovaginal fistula (VVF) and child marriage in Nigeria.
Plot[edit | edit source]
The film follows the story of a young girl named Halima, who is forced into child marriage and subsequently suffers from vesicovaginal fistula due to complications during childbirth. The narrative also intertwines with the life of a successful doctor, Zara, who returns to Nigeria to confront her past and help young girls like Halima.
Cast[edit | edit source]
- Stephanie Linus as Dr. Zara
- Liz Benson as
- William McNamara as Dr. Alex
- Darwin Shaw as Dr.
- Paul Sambo as
- Tijani Faraga as
- Zubaida Ibrahim Fagge as Halima
Production[edit | edit source]
The film was produced by Next Page Productions, a company owned by Stephanie Linus. The production aimed to raise awareness about the medical and social issues surrounding vesicovaginal fistula and child marriage in Nigeria.
Themes[edit | edit source]
Dry tackles significant social issues such as vesicovaginal fistula, child marriage, and the lack of adequate medical care in rural areas. The film aims to shed light on these problems and advocate for better healthcare and social reforms.
Reception[edit | edit source]
The film received critical acclaim for its powerful storytelling and its focus on pressing social issues. It was praised for its emotional depth and the performances of the cast, particularly Stephanie Linus and Liz Benson.
Awards[edit | edit source]
Dry has won several awards, including:
- Africa Magic Viewers' Choice Awards for Best Overall Movie
- Best of Nollywood Awards for Best Movie of the Year
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