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202443 minPGdocumentary

Certain Winds from the South

202443 minPGdocumentary

Issah plans to migrate to the south of Ghana in search of a better life, prompting a visit to his mother-in-law to share his intentions.

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Issah plans to migrate to the south of Ghana in search of a better life, prompting a visit to his mother-in-law to share his intentions.

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Eric Gyamfidirector

Moshood Hamza Balogunwriter

Eric Gyamfiwriter

Pure Akanwriter

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Issah stands in his mother-in-law's home, announcing his plan to migrate south in Ghana. As the sun rises, the village stirs to life. The film captures the socio-political and economic factors driving Issah's decision. It presents a snapshot of daily life and the challenges faced by those seeking better opportunities. The documentary runs for 43 minutes and was released in 2024.

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