A Nigerian couple living in Brooklyn are having trouble conceiving a child - a problem that defies cultural expectations and leads to a shocking decision that could either save or destroy them.

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Position 48

Credits

Crew

DirectorAndrew Dosunmu

WriterDarci Picoult

CinematographerBradford Young

ComposerPhilip Miller

EditorOriana Soddu

Producer

Tony Okungbowa, Carly Hugo, Jay Van Hoy, Lars Knudsen, Darci Picoult, Patrick Cunningham, Chris Maybach, Saemi Kim

Cast

Isaach de Bankoléas Ayodele Balogun

Danai Guriraas Adenike Olumide Balogen

Yaya DaCostaas Sade Bakare

Tony Okungbowaas Biyi Balogen

Bukky Ajayias Ma Ayo Balogun

Angélique Kidjoas Ma Nike

Mutiyat Ade-Saluas Helen / Bridesmaid

Mohamed Dioneas Groomsman

Esosa Edosomwanas Bridesmaid

Kehinde Koyejoas Bridesmaid

Babs Olusanmokunas Tunde

Hubert Point-Du Jouras Tony

Da'Vine Joy Randolphas Marsea

Lenore Thomasas Melissa

Abraham Amkpaas Groomsman (uncredited)

Double Feature

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Restless City2011

Both directed by Andrew Dosunmu, and both starring Danai Gurira

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