Description
Lady is one of the few female taxi drivers in the sprawling metropolis of Lagos, Nigeria. On the job she faces constant harassment, but she survives by staying tough and focused. When she reconnects with her long-lost friend Pinky, she is swept into the hypnotic nightlife of a group of charismatic sex workers. Political turmoil simmers in the background of this vibrant and bold feature debut by Olive Nwosu about sisterhood, survival, and transformation. The film was awarded the Special Jury Award for Acting Ensemble at Sundance this year. With a soundtrack ranging from Little Simz to Fela Kuti, the film sounds just as good as it looks.
Director
Olive NwosuSpoken language
EnglishSubtitles
Not yet knownLength
93 min.Genres
DramaPremiere
National premiereProgram section
First Feature CompetitionThis film plays on
First Feature Competition
In the First Feature Competition, we present international filmmakers and their first feature-length films. These first features come from all over the globe and offer us a glimpse into a wide variety of cultures and film styles, all of which with the fresh vision of a new filmmaker. Discover rising talents and your future favorite directors today – at the Leiden International Film Festival.