• AFST 309: Adv Sem in Lang Lit and Arts

African Studies Graduate School

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A rare cinematic portrait of queer women’s intimacy in Nigeria

https://africasacountry.com/2020/09/a-rare-cinematic-portrait-of-queer-womens-intimacy-in-nigeria The short Nigerian film “Ifé” (35 minutes), written and directed by Uyaiedu Ikpe-Etim and produced in partnership with Pamela Adie and The Equality Hub, begins with the titular character, Ifé, preparing for a date. As she’s getting ready, a reggae-infused ballad plays in the background and the lyrics