A woman and her husband, adorned in traditional formal garb, sit together under a crowded party tent.

Breastmilk

Dir. Ifeyinwa Arinze | U.S., Nigeria

Synopsis

When new mother Aduke struggles to breastfeed, she encounters suggestions ranging from modern medical consultants to local folk remedies. As the women in her community rally in her corner, she gains the courage to turn an eye toward the negativity seeping into her family life.

This film screens as part of Shorts Program 3: Black Perspectives.

Language English

Run Time 16 minutes

Genres Women-Centered

Film Credits

Producers Gabriela Azevedo, Chioma Onyenwe, Ifeyinwa Arinze
Screenwriter Ifeyinwa Arinze, 'Pemi Aguda
Editor Ifeyinwa Arinze
Cinematographer Dominica Eriksen
Principal Cast Meg Otanwa, Taye Arimoro
Music Pierre Oberkampf
Website https://www.ifeyinwaarinze.com/#/breastmilkshort/